Open cremation at Pashupatinath Temple in Kathmandu, Nepal, is a traditional Hindu funeral practice performed by the sacred Bagmati River. The deceased are brought to the temple, purified, and placed on a wooden pyre. Prayers and rituals are performed before the body is cremated in the open air.
The ashes are then swept into the river, symbolizing the soul’s release and journey toward liberation (moksha). This sacred ritual is an important part of Hindu culture and spiritual beliefs.
Visitors to the site often witness these rituals, offering a glimpse into Nepal’s rich spiritual traditions.
The ashes are then swept into the river, symbolizing the soul’s release and journey toward liberation (moksha). This sacred ritual is an important part of Hindu culture and spiritual beliefs.
Visitors to the site often witness these rituals, offering a glimpse into Nepal’s rich spiritual traditions.