Shashwat Dham

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Shashwat Dham is the divine platform of Sanatan Dharma and spiritual attainment.  Amidst the scenic foothills of Dev Chuli in  Nawalparasi and spread over 12 verdant acres, the temple is a destination for explorers, spiritual seekers and nature lovers alike to discover ancient knowledge and inner peace. It lies in the Devchuli region of the Nawalpur district on the east-west highway and is 22 km west from Narayanghat, Chitwan.

Shashwat Dham, is the temple of lord Shiva Shree Ekambareshwar Mahadev. With gracious blessing of Sri Kanchi Kotham Shankaracharya Jee, the temple was envisioned with Gurukul. Gurukul was incorporated in guidance of Shankarya Jee as he was worried about lack of karmakanda pundits who are committed towards their duty and virtue. Today Gurukul provides free education to Batuks from various part of the country with objective to deliver devoted pundits who can sustain the Hindu rituals and culture.

There are numerous divine element of Hinduism and Buddhism immersed inside the premise of Shashwatdham. Every Monday Ganga Ararti takes place on the yard of water pond attracting devotees from various part of the country and nearby. For many seniors and elders Shashwat Dham have become a place to be jubilious chanting names of Gods and Godess. On every occasion and festival Shashwat Dham is able to bring people together and have shown the strength of integrity among diversity. ShashwatDham  is one of  Nepal’s most visited tourist destination,  recognized by the Ministry of Tourism and Civil aviation of Government of Nepal in 2018. A record number of visitors had paid their visit to the stunning Parmatma Ekambareshwar Shiva Temple, a Buddhist center and a yoga retreat, the site attracts visitors from all walks of life.  It has become a prime destination for both national and international religious Tourism.

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HOW TO REACH SHASHWAT DHAM?

By Flight:

From tribhuvan international airport, domestic terminal, Kathmandu, fly to Bharatpur. From Bharatpur airport cabs and buses available for dumkauli, nawalparasi and stops right in front of cG industrial Park / shashwat dham.

By Road:

From Kalanki Bus Park and Balaju Bus Park, Kathmandu, direct buses available for dumkauli, nawalparasi and stops right in front of CG industrial Park / shashwat dham. also buses going to narayanghat can be boarded. From narayanghat direct buses available for cG industrial Park / Shashwat dham.

Road Distance: 170 km (One way)
Driving Time: Approx. 5 Hours
Transportation: Local Bus / Micro Bus / Private Vehicle
Travel Route: Kathmandu – Mugling Bazar – Narayanghat Bazar – Dumkauli – CG Complex – Shashwat Dham

Shashwat Dham Components

Temples
The major components of Shashwat dham is it temples. The main temple is the temple of lord Shiva Shree Ekambareshwar Mahadev. Buddhist Chaitya where sacred relic presented by Government of Srinlanka has been laid in the Chaitya which has astoundingly graced the prudential blessing to this platform. Beside these there are numerous other temples like Hanuman temple, Buddha Kunda, HariHar, Nawa graha and 108 Shiva linga.

Education Centers
The major education centers in Shashwat Dham is Vedic Karmakanda Gurukul, where free education to Batuks is provided, from various part of the country with objective to deliver devoted pundits who can sustain the Hindu rituals and culture.
Hindu and Buddhist Resource center is another educational centers were numerous divine element of Hinduism and Buddhism is displayed and opened for public.
Sri Sri Center is Art of living center open to all to carry out structure programs on spirituality and yoga.

Souvenir Shop
Unnati Bazaar is collection of products sourced from all over the country rich in craft and traditional techniques that forms an integral part of livelihood, bio diversity and cultural heritage. Each product tells a story of a region, indigenous materials and skills that have been safe guarded and handed down through many generations

Food and refreshment
Annapurna and Khaja Ghar are two major outlets where complete vegetarian food is served along with refreshments. It is a perfect place to relax and reflect.

Other attractions
Beside these major components there are other components which are spread out within the complex and adds to the beauty of the complex like Arjuna Rath (Dharma Kshetra), Krishna lila, Samundra Manthan, Dhunge Dhara, Garden of syncretism, Yagyashala, Amphitheatre, Leela game and more.

 

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