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'Geet Bandish Milan' is a Live Musical show, a blend of Hindustani Bandish and Popular Film Hits took place in 2015 in Bangalore. A unique musical show by Music composer and creative director Mahesh Mahadev, showcasing two different genre musical artists Pt. Jayateerth Mevundi, Renowned Hindustani Classical vocalist and Playback singer Priyadarshini singing famous Bandishes & popular film hits based on various Raga on the same stage.

Gopeshwar Mahadev Temple Vrindavan Mathura History & Architecture detail at Astrolika.

Kailashnath Mahadev Statue (कैलाशनाथ महादेव) is the world's tallest Shiva statue.[1][2] It is situated in Sanga, the border of Bhaktapur and Kavrepalanchwok districts in Nepal which is about 20 km from Kathmandu.

  

The statue is 143 feet high and made using copper, zinc, concrete and steel. According to the List of statues by height, Kailashnath Mahadev is the World's Fortieth (40th) Tallest Statue, 4 Places below the Statue of Liberty.

Shree Rikheshwar Mahadev Temple.

 

Daman, Nepal.

Mahadev with trishul!!

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Trimbakeshwar temple is a beautiful pilgrim for all the devotees of Lord Shiva aka Mahadev.

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Music composer Mahesh Mahadev with Indian Legendary Film Actress Jayanthi and Playback singer Priyadarshini

Lord Shiva hindu god amarnath shivling

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The Tapkeshwar Mahadev temple is an age-old temple in the foothills of Himalaya. The cave which houses the temple is called as Drona Cave (made of natural limestone). It is believed that this temple dates back to the era of Mahabharata. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. You can see water trickling on the Shivlinga, owing to which the temple has been christened Tapkeshwar

Historical structures linked to Nepal’s national hero, Bhimsen Thapa, are struggling to survive amidst neglect and natural decay. Located in Bungkotghat, Ward 9 of Shahid Lakhan Rural Municipality, Gorkha, significant archaeological sites like the Bhimvireshwar Mahadev Temple and Bhimsen Sattal are left abandoned, overrun by invasive weeds, and exposed to the elements.

 

Bhimvireshwar Mahadev Temple at Bungkotghat

This historic site, now engulfed by wild vegetation and eroded by heavy rain, is rapidly deteriorating. Numerous archaeological artifacts in the area have been damaged, including long stone pillars, many of which are broken and scattered. Walking through the site, visitors unknowingly trample on these invaluable remnants.

 

The Bhimvireshwar Temple (Shivalaya), Bhimsen Sattal, and the inscriptions detailing their history are buried under weeds and debris. Key elements of the temple, such as its five golden pinnacles, are missing. Similarly, copper plates, the main pinnacle, smaller pinnacles on all four sides, bells, and decorative elements like Peepal leaves have also disappeared. Locals recall that the site once included cremation grounds and ceremonial ponds, which are no longer visible.

 

The temple’s surrounding area, spread over approximately 800 ropanis (about 40 hectares), houses the Bhimsen Column, in front of which once hung a massive 3,000-kilogram bell. This bell was stolen and later found in pieces buried under sand on the banks of the Budhi Gandaki River. A small bell now hangs from the heavy chain where the original once resided. Additionally, golden urns on the Sattal’s four corners were stolen, and bricks and materials from the structure were removed.

 

Damaged Trishul and Dilapidated Structures

A 12-foot-high iron trident (trishul) near the temple has one of its three prongs missing. The Sattal, which previously served as a resting place for travelers, is in ruins, hidden under dense vegetation. Bricks and wooden components are also disappearing. Locals reportedly use parts of the site for cooking during picnics and collecting grass.

 

The Sattal’s walls, especially along the Budhi Gandaki River, have collapsed during recent monsoons, leaving only remnants of its original form. The lack of conservation efforts has turned this historic site into a dilapidated shadow of its former glory. Most valuable artifacts are either stolen or left in a neglected state.

 

Challenges in Relocation and Conservation

The Bhimvireshwar Mahadev Temple and Sattal were designated for relocation under the Budhi Gandaki Hydropower Project, but no progress has been made. This uncertainty has not only jeopardized the future of the historical structures but also created instability for the local community.

 

Earthquakes and Structural Decline

Historical records suggest that earthquakes in 1890 and 1990 B.S. (1833 and 1934 AD) caused significant damage to the Sattal. Subsequent earthquakes in 2045 B.S. (1988 AD) and 2072 B.S. (2015 AD) further weakened the structures. Despite these events, reconstruction efforts have been minimal, leading to the current state of disrepair.

 

Efforts to Preserve Remaining Artifacts

According to Surendra Thapa, chairman of the Bhimvireshwar Guthi Committee, the temple’s golden pinnacles and other valuable items are under the protection of the Thapa family and the local police. However, many of these artifacts remain inaccessible to the public. The 3,000-kilogram bell was found in fragments and reassembled for safekeeping. Other items, such as a large copper garland, are reportedly secure, along with photographs of the temple's copper inscriptions.

 

Loss of Archaeological Inscriptions

The site contains stone inscriptions detailing Bhimsen Thapa’s contributions and the historical context of the Guthi (trust). These inscriptions, vital for preserving history, are fading due to neglect and erosion. The Archaeology Department has yet to document or publish these inscriptions, raising concerns about the long-term preservation of historical data.

 

Expert Opinions on Preservation

Historians like Dinesh Raj Pant, who visited Bungkotghat in 1981, recall the site as historically and archaeologically significant. At the time, it was already in a state of neglect. Pant noted the presence of large inscriptions related to Bhimsen Thapa scattered throughout the area.

 

Similarly, archaeologist Sushil Kumar Gautam criticized the lack of preservation efforts, emphasizing that these inscriptions provide crucial insights into Nepal’s history and culture. Gautam warned that continued neglect could lead to the loss of irreplaceable historical evidence.

 

Conclusion

The historical structures associated with Bhimsen Thapa, a key figure in Nepal’s history, face imminent destruction due to neglect, theft, and environmental factors. Without urgent intervention by the state and concerned communities, these invaluable cultural heritage sites may soon disappear, leaving a void in Nepal’s rich historical narrative.

Colorful Mandi

  

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the main spire, rising in an ascending series of replicas like minor peaks leading to the top of the world.

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Chopta to Tungnath to Chandrashila to Deoriyatal with two extraordinary people.

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