Image title: Newari temple

This photo shows one of the temples built according to typical Newari architecture. Such temples can be found all over Nepal and these structures, whether temples, houses or palaces, follow a standard set of architecture principles, with visible aspects of Vastushastra (the ancient science of architecture.)

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The Pashupatinath Temple is an important Hindu temple from the 5th century situated at the heart of Kathmandu, Nepal. It contains over 500 religious structures and is surrounded by various other temples and sacred buildings. The name Pashupati refers to a name of Shiva and represents the deity presiding over Nayapala (Nepal).