Ichangu Narayan Temple — Attraction in Nagarjun Municipality

About 3km northwest of Swayambhunath, Ichangu Narayan is one of several important temples dedicated to Vishnu in his incarnation as Narayan, the ‘eternal man’. Built in the two-tiered pagoda style, the temple was founded in around AD 1200 and its courtyard is dotted with ancient Garuda statues and other Vaishnavite symbols. The complex was shaken by the 2015 earthquake, but most structures have been stabilized and repaired.

Some scholars believe that Ichangu is from the early centuries but others believe that the image of Ichangu is of the late Malla period begining in the 12th century and ending in the 18th century.

The two-storey temple of Ichangu Narayan is at about three kilometers northwest of Svoyambhu shrine in Kathmandu. The temple is modest in comparison to the importance of the deity.

Narayan is the generic name of Lord Vishnu. Ichangu is one of the thousands names of...

Ichangu Narayan temple is one of the famous hindu temple in Kathmandu valley and is also known as youngest one among four Narayan temples. Four Narayan temples are Changu Narayan, Bisankhu Narayan, Shesh Narayan and Ichangu Narayan which are considered as four brothers, situated in four direction of Kathmandu valley. They're established for wishing prosperity and happiness of the people. The temple is mostly crowded in Haribodhani ekadashi, people from different parts of Nepal visit here during this occasion. Haribodhani ekadashi is one of the greatest festival in which people worship these four Narayan simultaneously and at the end they worship the lord...

Ichangu Narayan Temple is an ancient Vishnu temple located in Nagarjun, Kathmandu, about 3 km northwest of Swayambhu Stupa. It dates back to the Lichhavi era (possibly 4th century CE) and is one of the four Narayan temples guarding the Kathmandu Valley.

Built in the traditional Newari pagoda style, the temple features beautiful wood carvings, a Garuda statue, and a sacred Vishnu sculpture lying on Sheshnag. It is surrounded by peaceful forests, making it ideal for short hikes and spiritual retreats.

Major festivals celebrated here include Haribodhini Ekadashi and Tihar. It’s a perfect spot for those seeking culture, serenity, and nature, away from...