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Palanchok Bhagawati Temple
Hindu temple in Nepal From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Palanchok Bhagwati Temple (Nepali: पलाञ्चोक भगवती मन्दिर) is a Hindu place of worship located in Panchkhal Municipality, approximately 42 km from Kathmandu.[1]
The temple features a 3 feet tall idol of the Goddess Bhagavati carved out of black stone.
This temple is believed to have been constructed during the reign of King Mānadeva.[2]
The temple is dedicated to the goddess with 18 arms, who is believed to protect people from danger and misfortunes. The temple was built in 503 AD.
Palanchok Bhagwati Temple is one of the most popular and important religious and tourist destinations of Panchkhal.
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