Vidhyeshvari Vajra Yogini Temple, Kathmandu

Name: Vidhyeshvari Vajra Yogini Temple
Address: Kathmandu, Nepal

#67 among attractions in Kathmandu

Temple, Buddhist architecture

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The Vidhyeshvari Vajra Yogini Temple - also known as the Bijeśvarī Vajrayoginī, Bidjeshwori Bajra Jogini, Bijayaswar, Bidjeswori, or Visyasvari Temple - is a Newar Buddhist temple in the Kathmandu valley dedicated to the Vajrayāna Buddhist deity Vajrayoginī in her form as Akash Yogini. The temple stands on the west bank of the Bishnumati river next to the ancient religious site of the Ramadoli cremation ground and is on the main path from Swayambhunath stupa to Kathmandu. ()

Established: 1655 (369 years ago)Coordinates: 27°42'50"N, 85°17'55"E

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Vidhyeshvari Vajra Yogini Temple – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Swayambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Shiva Parvati Temple, Taleju Temple.

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Neighbourhood
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Vidhyeshvari Vajra Yogini Temple?

Nearby attractions include Swayambhunath, Kathmandu (13 min walk), Natural History Museum of Nepal, Kathmandu (17 min walk), Lazimpat, Kathmandu (19 min walk), Kaathe Swyambhu, Kathmandu (19 min walk).

How to get to Vidhyeshvari Vajra Yogini Temple by public transport?

The nearest stations to Vidhyeshvari Vajra Yogini Temple:

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Microbus Stop (8 min walk)