Mahashivaratri-Sila Chare

Mahashivaratri (Sila Chare- ShilaChare) means “Greatest Night of Shiva” in Sanskrit. In both Nepal and India, it is one of the most important Hindu celebrations. Shivaratri(Mahashivaratri (Sila Chare- ShilaChare)) is said to commemorate the day when Lord Shiva saved the world by drinking poison from the ocean at the Samudra Manthan. Lord Shiva is also known as Neelkanth because of the poison that was stored in his throat, turning it blue (blue throat).Many people commemorate the event by staying up all night singing Lord Shiva’s name alongside a pyre. Others fast for the full day and pay their respects to Lord Shiva at adjacent temples. 

In a year, there are 24 Shivaratris, with Sila Chahre being the Maha Shivaratri. On this day, Lord Shiva is honored. On this day, individuals bathe and fast. People who stay awake all night are successful in all of their endeavors.

During Mahashivaratri(Sila Chare- ShilaChare)  Doleshwar in Suryabinayak, Bhaktapur, is a nice choice for folks who don’t want to go to a crowded Pashupati. For all Lord Shiva believers, this temple holds special significance because many think it is connected to India‘s Kedarnath. There is even a concept that visiting Doleshwar Mahadev and Pashupatinath is a must when visiting Kedarnath.In local tone in Bhaktapur  Doleshwar Mahadev as Shipare Mahadyo. Along visiting  Doleshwar Mahadev.

Can also visit Ashapuri (Ashapurneshwar Mahadev), which is close by and gives a beautiful perspective due to its hilltop location. With other temples in the valley likely to be crowded, this Lord Shiva’s temple will provide you with the best opportunity to commune with Lord Shiva. According to legend, if you make a wish with a pure heart at this temple, it will come true.

 In core city of Bhaktapur, Dattatraya Temple at Tachapal (Dattatraya Square) And Yakshyeshwor Temple (One of the outstanding legacies of the Malla dynasties, also known as the Pashupatinath Temple of Bhaktapur) at Durbar Square.