Gadhimai Temple in Bara District of Nepal is a temple of Gadhimai Devi, an aspect of Kali, the Hindu goddess of power
Gadhimai Temple is dedicated to Gadhimai Devi, a manifestation of Kali, the Hindu goddess associated with power. Located in Mahagadhimai Municipality within the Bara District of south-central Nepal, the term often pertains to the Gadhimai festival, which takes place in the temple area in the central Terai region of Nepal.
The festival, which has been celebrated for over two hundred years, draws millions of attendees. Legend has it that the event began when feudal lord Bhagwan Chaudhary had a dream about offering a blood sacrifice to the goddess Gadhimai to secure his release from prison. The animal sacrifices performed during the festival attract visitors from both Nepal and India.
Address:
Mahagadhimai 44405,
Nepal
