Kapileshwar Temple

Janakpurdham, Nepal

Also known as: कपिलेश्वरनाथ महादेव मन्दिर

Kapileshwar Temple is a temple of Lord Shiva situated at Janakpur, Nepal. According to the legend, in Treta Yuga, King Janak had constructed Shiva temples at the four corners of his capital Janakpur. Kaplileshwar temple is said to be one of them. It is believed that the temple was used by Kapil, a Hindu sage, as an Aashram as well, hence the name.[2]

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Key facts

Presiding deityShiva[1]
LocationJanakpurdham, Nepal
StatusActive

Sources

  1. Wikidata Q106238324 — Wikidata
  2. Kapileshwar Temple, Janakpur - Wikipedia — Wikipedia