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Thursday, December 29, 2011
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
The Lowest Temperature in Bhaktapur upto Now
The Capital on Saturday recorded the coldest day of this year so far— 1.5 degree Celsius—and the chill is expected to last for at least a few more days, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division (MFD).
On December 26 last year, the minimum temperature inside the Kathmandu Valley was 0.8 degree Celsius—the lowest during the winter. The weather slightly improved on Sunday with the maximum and minimum daytime temperature recorded at 19.3 and 2.7 degree Celsius respectively.
On Monday and Tuesday, the Valley witnessed a slight increase of the maximum and minimum temperature from 18.5-2.4 to 18.7-2.7 degree Celsius. The minimum temperature in recent days has dropped in between 1 to 3 degree Celsius in the Capital, according to the MFD.
Rajendra Prasad Shrestha, senior meteorologists at the MFD, said, “The cold air will continue to hold in the atmosphere resulting chilly days at least for next couple of days. According to him, the days are generally sunny with the temperature between 17-19 degree Celsius, while the morning and evening temperature is dropping as low as one degree Celsius lately.
“The daytime temperature is recorded between 17 to 19 degrees Celsius with the days becoming sunny and warm,” Shrestha said.
Meanwhile, due to the presence of fair weather in the past two days, normal life that remained crippled as a result of the intense cold waves in the Tarai districts is back to normalcy.
Over 39 cold-related deaths were reported in the Tarai and mid hills this winter until Saturday, according to the data provided by the Ministry of Home Affairs on Monday. However, one fresh death related to cold was reported in Bara district on Sunday.
On December 26 last year, the minimum temperature inside the Kathmandu Valley was 0.8 degree Celsius—the lowest during the winter. The weather slightly improved on Sunday with the maximum and minimum daytime temperature recorded at 19.3 and 2.7 degree Celsius respectively.
On Monday and Tuesday, the Valley witnessed a slight increase of the maximum and minimum temperature from 18.5-2.4 to 18.7-2.7 degree Celsius. The minimum temperature in recent days has dropped in between 1 to 3 degree Celsius in the Capital, according to the MFD.
Rajendra Prasad Shrestha, senior meteorologists at the MFD, said, “The cold air will continue to hold in the atmosphere resulting chilly days at least for next couple of days. According to him, the days are generally sunny with the temperature between 17-19 degree Celsius, while the morning and evening temperature is dropping as low as one degree Celsius lately.
“The daytime temperature is recorded between 17 to 19 degrees Celsius with the days becoming sunny and warm,” Shrestha said.
Meanwhile, due to the presence of fair weather in the past two days, normal life that remained crippled as a result of the intense cold waves in the Tarai districts is back to normalcy.
Over 39 cold-related deaths were reported in the Tarai and mid hills this winter until Saturday, according to the data provided by the Ministry of Home Affairs on Monday. However, one fresh death related to cold was reported in Bara district on Sunday.
Khwopa Engineering College
Khwopa Engineering College] (KhEC)is situated in the city of Bhaktapur, Nepal. It was established as a community college to provide engineering education by the local government. It is affiliated to Purbanchal University. Khwopa Engineering College is one of the colleges that fall among the Khwopa Circle of educational institutions. Other institutions are
Khwopa College affiliated to Tribhuvan University
Khwopa College of Engineering affiliated to Tribhuvan University
Khwopa Polytechnic Institute affiliated to CTEVT
Khwopa Higher Secondary School affiliated to Higher Secondary Educational Board Nepal
The running bachelor degree programs in KhEC are:
Electronics and Communication Engineering
Computer Engineering
Civil Engineering
Architecture
The available masters degree programs are:
Masters in Earthquake Engineering
Masters in Urban Design.
Khwopa College affiliated to Tribhuvan University
Khwopa College of Engineering affiliated to Tribhuvan University
Khwopa Polytechnic Institute affiliated to CTEVT
Khwopa Higher Secondary School affiliated to Higher Secondary Educational Board Nepal
The running bachelor degree programs in KhEC are:
Electronics and Communication Engineering
Computer Engineering
Civil Engineering
Architecture
The available masters degree programs are:
Masters in Earthquake Engineering
Masters in Urban Design.
Siddha Pokhari
This centuries old pond is situated at Dudhpati-17 the entrance of the ancient city Bhaktapur. It is considered as the most ancient pond in Bhaktapur which is known to have many myths associated to it. This 275m×92m pond was built in the early fifteenth century during the reign of King Yakshya Malla. Nowadays, the pond of both religious and archeological importance has been one of the popular hangout and dating destinations in Kathmandu valley. Pond is full of fishes and they are fat by eating all the food fed by visitors, which they buy for 5$ a bag nearby.it is known as "SIDHA POKHARI"
Potters' Square
Pottery is very clearly what this square is all about. Under shady open verandahs or tin-roofed sheds all around the square, potters' wheels spin and clay is moulded. In the square itself, thousands of finished pots sit out in the sun to dry, and are sold in the stalls around the square
During harvest time the pots have to give way to rice.
På Pottemagernes plads, Potters' Square, er kornet blevet sigtet og nu males det i morteren. Midt på pladsen finder man et Ganesh-tempel.
During harvest time the pots have to give way to rice.
På Pottemagernes plads, Potters' Square, er kornet blevet sigtet og nu males det i morteren. Midt på pladsen finder man et Ganesh-tempel.
Particulars:
- Official Language: NepalBhasa
- Area of municipality: 6.88 sq. km
- Latitude/ Longitude: 27° 36' to 27° 44' N, 85 ° 21' to 85 ° 21' E
- Altitude: 1400 m
- Calling codes: Nepal country code: 977, City code: 1
- Time Zone: NPT (UTC+5:45)
- Currency: Nepali Rupee (NRS)
- Climate: Dry season: October - May; Wet (Monsoon) season: June - September.
- Temperature Ranges:
-2 - 32 deg C
- Entry fee for foreign tourists: US$10
-Electricity: 220 V
- Area of municipality: 6.88 sq. km
- Latitude/ Longitude: 27° 36' to 27° 44' N, 85 ° 21' to 85 ° 21' E
- Altitude: 1400 m
- Calling codes: Nepal country code: 977, City code: 1
- Time Zone: NPT (UTC+5:45)
- Currency: Nepali Rupee (NRS)
- Climate: Dry season: October - May; Wet (Monsoon) season: June - September.
- Temperature Ranges:
-2 - 32 deg C
- Entry fee for foreign tourists: US$10
-Electricity: 220 V
Other Famous Places in Bhaktapur
Nagarkot - The second-highest point on the Kathmandu Valley rim, Nagarkot, at an altitude of 2,175, offers panoramic views of the Himalayas and Mt. Everest. It lies 20 km northeast of Bhaktapur. The area offers hiking trails that lead into Tamang villages.
Changu Narayan - The oldest temple in the valley, build in 464 AD by Kind Mandev, the Changu Narayan lies 6 km north of Bhaktapur. A popular hiking trail leads from here to Nagarkot.
Thimi - Thimi is a traditional Newar city noted for its a vegetable garden and handicrafts. It lies about 5 km west of Bhaktapur.
Bode - This town, about a 20-minute walk from Thimi, hosts the the river-side shrine of Nil Barahi. Each year on the second day of the Nepalese New Year, the town celebrates the tongue-boring festival, in which a villager has a thin metal spike thrust through his tongue by the temple’s priest. After parading around town carrying a bamboo rack of oil lamps, the spike is removed and packed with mud from the temple floor. If no blood flows, the villager earns great respect for himself and the town; however, if blood flows it is considered a bad omen for the coming year.
Surya Vinayak Shrine - The Surya Vinayak is just a 10 to 20 minute walk from Bhaktapur and attracts visitors and locals praying for good luck to the god Ganesh. The shrine is located in a forest at the top of a hill.
Changu Narayan - The oldest temple in the valley, build in 464 AD by Kind Mandev, the Changu Narayan lies 6 km north of Bhaktapur. A popular hiking trail leads from here to Nagarkot.
Thimi - Thimi is a traditional Newar city noted for its a vegetable garden and handicrafts. It lies about 5 km west of Bhaktapur.
Bode - This town, about a 20-minute walk from Thimi, hosts the the river-side shrine of Nil Barahi. Each year on the second day of the Nepalese New Year, the town celebrates the tongue-boring festival, in which a villager has a thin metal spike thrust through his tongue by the temple’s priest. After parading around town carrying a bamboo rack of oil lamps, the spike is removed and packed with mud from the temple floor. If no blood flows, the villager earns great respect for himself and the town; however, if blood flows it is considered a bad omen for the coming year.
Surya Vinayak Shrine - The Surya Vinayak is just a 10 to 20 minute walk from Bhaktapur and attracts visitors and locals praying for good luck to the god Ganesh. The shrine is located in a forest at the top of a hill.
Dattatreya Square
In this square, lie many of Bhaktapur's Hindu monasteries, called maths, as well as temples and museums. The three-story pagoda-style Dattatreya Temple, with statues of the Hindu trinity, was built by King Yaksha Malla in 1428. It is claimed that the building was constructed from a single piece of wood from one tree. Bhairav Temple- Bhaktapur
At the entrance are two large sculptures of the Jaiput wrestlers, Jaimala and Pata (as in the Nyatapola Temple), a “Chakra”, and a gilded metal statue of Garuda, a bird-like divinity. Around the temple are wood carved panels with erotic decorations.
During the Mohani (Dashain) festival, in the Wane Layaku complex, which lies just southwest of the Dattatreya Temple, a rare Ghau-batacha (water clock) is displayed.
The Pujari Math, which houses the Woodcarving Museum and dates back to the early 15th century, is adorned with the intricately carved Peacock Window. The Chikanpha Math, across the street, houses the Brass and Bronze Museum, with its collection of ancient Malla housewares and ritual metalware.
In Dattatreya Square, lies a Pottery Square, where potters work and display their handicrafts.
At the entrance are two large sculptures of the Jaiput wrestlers, Jaimala and Pata (as in the Nyatapola Temple), a “Chakra”, and a gilded metal statue of Garuda, a bird-like divinity. Around the temple are wood carved panels with erotic decorations.
During the Mohani (Dashain) festival, in the Wane Layaku complex, which lies just southwest of the Dattatreya Temple, a rare Ghau-batacha (water clock) is displayed.
The Pujari Math, which houses the Woodcarving Museum and dates back to the early 15th century, is adorned with the intricately carved Peacock Window. The Chikanpha Math, across the street, houses the Brass and Bronze Museum, with its collection of ancient Malla housewares and ritual metalware.
In Dattatreya Square, lies a Pottery Square, where potters work and display their handicrafts.
Taumadhi Square
The Nyatpol (or Nyatapola) Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Lakshmi, lies in this square. Built in 1702 with 5 stories, this is Nepal's tallest pagoda temple.
It's struts, doors, windows, and tympanums are decorated with carvings of divine figures, including a pair of 2 m high stone statues of the legendary Rajput wresters-Jaimal and Pata; a pair of elephants, a pair of lions, a pair of griffons and a pair of tantric goddesses known as Singhini and Toyahagrini.
The Bhairavnath Temple, which was destroyed by an earthquake in 1934 and subsequently rebuilt, houses a gilded bust of the terrifying Bhairav, considered either a manifestation of Lord Shiva or a deity that guards his home.
Also here are a Pottery Square and the Temple of Jeth Ganesh, dating back to the 14th century.
It's struts, doors, windows, and tympanums are decorated with carvings of divine figures, including a pair of 2 m high stone statues of the legendary Rajput wresters-Jaimal and Pata; a pair of elephants, a pair of lions, a pair of griffons and a pair of tantric goddesses known as Singhini and Toyahagrini.
The Bhairavnath Temple, which was destroyed by an earthquake in 1934 and subsequently rebuilt, houses a gilded bust of the terrifying Bhairav, considered either a manifestation of Lord Shiva or a deity that guards his home.
Also here are a Pottery Square and the Temple of Jeth Ganesh, dating back to the 14th century.
Bisket Jatra
the Nepalese New Year celebration, in which chariots are pulled through the streets and ultimately a tug of war over them determines who will be blessed with good fortune in the coming year. This celebration is also observed with picnics and other private get-togethers. (April)
Bisket Jatra Festival in Bhaktapur, Nepal
* Tihar, the festival of lights, honors Laxmi, the goddess of wealth. The Nepalese light up their homes with candles, oil lamps, and other lights to invite the goddess Laxmi in.
They also worship crows, dogs, and cows during this festival and set aside one day to honor brothers. The Mha puja, a day of revering one's own body and life, is celebrated on one day of this festival. (October)
* Handicrafts - Tourists can watch potters create works of art in the Pottery Squares. Indigenous (Newar) handicrafts include paubha scroll paintings, papier-mâché masks, cotton cloth, woodcarvings, metalwork, jewelry and ceramic products, haku-patasi (black sari), black caps and Juju-dhau (yogurt).
Bisket Jatra Festival in Bhaktapur, Nepal
* Tihar, the festival of lights, honors Laxmi, the goddess of wealth. The Nepalese light up their homes with candles, oil lamps, and other lights to invite the goddess Laxmi in.
They also worship crows, dogs, and cows during this festival and set aside one day to honor brothers. The Mha puja, a day of revering one's own body and life, is celebrated on one day of this festival. (October)
* Handicrafts - Tourists can watch potters create works of art in the Pottery Squares. Indigenous (Newar) handicrafts include paubha scroll paintings, papier-mâché masks, cotton cloth, woodcarvings, metalwork, jewelry and ceramic products, haku-patasi (black sari), black caps and Juju-dhau (yogurt).
Culture
Bhaktapur is filled with Hindu and Buddhist religious sites and art. Although the population is primarily Hindu, there are nineteen Buddhist monasteries (Vihars). At Indra Varna Madavihar, built in 1671 and located between Durbar Square and Dattatraya Square, visitors can see two lion statues, a Patinga Hiti (water spout), Tantric wood-carved windows, and prayer wheels.
There are also many Buddhist monuments and shrines, including Lokeswor Mahavihar, Prasannasheel Mahavihar, Chatu Brahma Mahavihar, Jaya Kirti Mahavihar, Sukra-varna Mahavihar, Dipanker Mahavihar.
Many festivals are celebrated throughout the year to mark the seasons, pay tribute to gods, and remember historical and legendary events. A few of these are:
Costumed Dancers at Festival
* Dashain, the longest festival of the year, lasting 15 days. This festival honors the goddess Devi Durga, who is said to have slain the demon Durga, son of Ruru. Celebrants perform many pujas (offerings) during this festival, including thousands of animal sacrifices. (September/October)
* Gai-Jatra, the Cow Festival. This festival focuses on families in bereavement. Every family who lost a relative in the past year participates in a procession with a cow or a young boy dressed as a cow. The cow, it is believed, helps the deceased reach heaven. (July/August)
There are also many Buddhist monuments and shrines, including Lokeswor Mahavihar, Prasannasheel Mahavihar, Chatu Brahma Mahavihar, Jaya Kirti Mahavihar, Sukra-varna Mahavihar, Dipanker Mahavihar.
Many festivals are celebrated throughout the year to mark the seasons, pay tribute to gods, and remember historical and legendary events. A few of these are:
Costumed Dancers at Festival
* Dashain, the longest festival of the year, lasting 15 days. This festival honors the goddess Devi Durga, who is said to have slain the demon Durga, son of Ruru. Celebrants perform many pujas (offerings) during this festival, including thousands of animal sacrifices. (September/October)
* Gai-Jatra, the Cow Festival. This festival focuses on families in bereavement. Every family who lost a relative in the past year participates in a procession with a cow or a young boy dressed as a cow. The cow, it is believed, helps the deceased reach heaven. (July/August)
Facts Of Bhaktapur
Founded in the 12th century by King Ananda Malla (according to various chronicles), Bhaktapur was the capital city of the Greater Malla Kingdom until the 15th century and was an independent kingdom from then until the 18th century.
The last three Malla rulers of Bhaktapur were Jitamitra Malla, Bhupatindra Malla, and Ranjit Malla. These rulers played key roles in building the palaces and temples of Durbar Square.
In 1744, Prithvi Narayan Shah, descendent of Dravya Shah, who was the founder of the Gorkha dynasty, began a conquest march in the Kathmandu Valley, capturing and unifying Kathmandu, Patan, Bhaktapur, and the smaller towns of the Valley under one rule.
After a period of instability and a bloody coup in 1846, Jang Bahadur Kunwar Ranaji took control of Nepal. His Rana dynasty ruled Nepal until 1951, when the Congress Party formed a new government. In 1960, King Mahendra took control, banned political parties, and instituted land reforms. Political turmoil continued throughout the late 20th century.
In 1934, a major earthquake destroyed over 2,000 houses and severely damaged over 2,000 more homes. Over 1,000 people died in this quake. Restoration of many buildings was undertaken over the years, including efforts funded by West Germany in the late 1980's and by the U.S. in the 1990's.
The last three Malla rulers of Bhaktapur were Jitamitra Malla, Bhupatindra Malla, and Ranjit Malla. These rulers played key roles in building the palaces and temples of Durbar Square.
In 1744, Prithvi Narayan Shah, descendent of Dravya Shah, who was the founder of the Gorkha dynasty, began a conquest march in the Kathmandu Valley, capturing and unifying Kathmandu, Patan, Bhaktapur, and the smaller towns of the Valley under one rule.
After a period of instability and a bloody coup in 1846, Jang Bahadur Kunwar Ranaji took control of Nepal. His Rana dynasty ruled Nepal until 1951, when the Congress Party formed a new government. In 1960, King Mahendra took control, banned political parties, and instituted land reforms. Political turmoil continued throughout the late 20th century.
In 1934, a major earthquake destroyed over 2,000 houses and severely damaged over 2,000 more homes. Over 1,000 people died in this quake. Restoration of many buildings was undertaken over the years, including efforts funded by West Germany in the late 1980's and by the U.S. in the 1990's.
Friday, December 23, 2011
Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Almost 1/3 of the ancient temples, monasteries, and other ornate buildings were destroyed in the earthquake of 1934. Yet many gems remain.
In Durbar Square, tourists will find the 55-Window Palace, which served as the seat of royalty prior to 1769. The palace has elaborately carved windows and doors and houses the National Art Gallery, with Buddhist Paubha scroll paintings, palm leaf manuscripts, and stone carvings.
Yachheswor Mahadev TempleJust outside the palace, at the entrance to the Taleju Temple Complex is the Golden Gate, built in 1756, a splendid example of Repoussé metalwork. There also lies the Royal Bath, with its Golden Faucet.
Durbar Square is also home to the Big Bell, built by the last Malla king of Bhaktapur, Ranajit Malla in the 18th century. It was rung to pay homage to the Goddess Taleju and to harken the public to town meetings.
Today it is rung twice a day as a tribute to the Goddess Taleju. Next to this bell is the Barking Bell, so named because dogs bark to its ring.
Also in the Square lies the Yaksheswor Mahadev Temple, built by Yaksha Malla in the 15th century. It was modeled after the Pashupatinath temple in Kathmandu and was designed with ornate wooden struts decorated with erotic carvings.
Other sites in and around the square include the octagonal Chyasin Mandap, Siddhi Laxmi Temple, Shiva Temple (Fasi-dega), Vatsala Temple, Bhandarkhal Complex, Chatu Brahma Mahavihar, Indrayani Temple, Balakhu Ganesh Temple, Tripura-sundari Temple and the Char Dham symbolizing the four greatest Hindu pilgrimage sites.
The Phasi Dega Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, affords expansive views of the entire city.
In Durbar Square, tourists will find the 55-Window Palace, which served as the seat of royalty prior to 1769. The palace has elaborately carved windows and doors and houses the National Art Gallery, with Buddhist Paubha scroll paintings, palm leaf manuscripts, and stone carvings.
Yachheswor Mahadev TempleJust outside the palace, at the entrance to the Taleju Temple Complex is the Golden Gate, built in 1756, a splendid example of Repoussé metalwork. There also lies the Royal Bath, with its Golden Faucet.
Durbar Square is also home to the Big Bell, built by the last Malla king of Bhaktapur, Ranajit Malla in the 18th century. It was rung to pay homage to the Goddess Taleju and to harken the public to town meetings.
Today it is rung twice a day as a tribute to the Goddess Taleju. Next to this bell is the Barking Bell, so named because dogs bark to its ring.
Also in the Square lies the Yaksheswor Mahadev Temple, built by Yaksha Malla in the 15th century. It was modeled after the Pashupatinath temple in Kathmandu and was designed with ornate wooden struts decorated with erotic carvings.
Other sites in and around the square include the octagonal Chyasin Mandap, Siddhi Laxmi Temple, Shiva Temple (Fasi-dega), Vatsala Temple, Bhandarkhal Complex, Chatu Brahma Mahavihar, Indrayani Temple, Balakhu Ganesh Temple, Tripura-sundari Temple and the Char Dham symbolizing the four greatest Hindu pilgrimage sites.
The Phasi Dega Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, affords expansive views of the entire city.
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