Pathivara Mata temple is located on the hill of the Taplajung district. It is recognized as the most significant Hindu temple of Goddess Pathivara. Not only this, but it is also considered the holy place of Kirants. Pilgrims from different parts of Nepal and India in fluxed here during unique festivals.
What is Pathibhara Mata Temple famous for?
Pathibhara was an animist Limbu
shrine, but after the Gorkha conquest came to be revered by Hindus and
Buddhists alike as a holy shrine. The temple is so called because the mountain
is shaped like a pathi (a grain container). Local Limbus worship it as a
place of power and purity.
What is the story of Pathivara Devi?
Myth. It is believed that local
shepherds lost hundreds of their sheep place where the temple stand today. The distressed shepherds had a dream in which
the goddess ordered them to carry out ritualistic sacrifice of sheep and build
a shrine in her decency.
Who is the goddess Pathivara?
This sacred site of Pathibhara, the
goddess of faith and purity is located at the headquarters of Taplejung
district, 19.5 km from Fungling. Located northeast at a height of 3794m.
It is one day walk from Fungling Market. This temple is frequented by
devotees throughout the year.
How to go to Pathivara Temple?
There is no direct connection from
Kathmandu to Pathibhara Devi Temple. However, you can take the taxi to
Kathmandu airport, fly to Tumlingtar, then take the drive to Pathibhara
Devi Temple. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Kathmandu airport, fly to
Biratnagar, then take the taxi to Pathibhara Devi Temple.
What is the best time to visit Pathivara Temple?
The best time to visit Pathivara is between
March and June as well as in September and November. The temple is located in
the Taplejung district, 3658 meters above sea level. Attractions of
Pathivara include a beautiful waterfall at Sawa, the pond, and a
panoramic view of Kanchenjunga Mountain.
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