Nanda Devi Temple
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Deity: Devi - श्वेत काली Place: Dharchula Uttarakhand
Nanda Devi Temple. Dedicated to Devi. Located in Dharchula.
- Primary Deity
- Devi / श्वेत काली
- Address
- Munshiyari
History
The Naradevi Temple, also known as the Swetakaali Temple, is located in an older part of Kathmandu, Nepal. The temple is associated with the Newar community, who refer to the goddess as Nyata Ajima. It is believed that the goddess Sweta Kali is the mother of the goddess Kumari Chandeswori Bhagwati. The temple is historically associated with occult and tantric rituals, and it is believed that the goddess received human sacrifice in ancient times.
Spiritual Significance
The temple is believed to house a female energy and is associated with the performance of occult and tantric rituals.
- Nearest City: Kathmandu
Unique Rituals
- Occult and tantric rituals
Associated Legends
- The goddess is believed to have received human sacrifice in ancient times.
- The goddess is considered the mother of Kumari Chandeswori Bhagwati.