About Pashupatinath
The Pashupatinath Temple, located on the banks of the Bagmati River in Kathmandu, Nepal, is one of the most significant Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It holds UNESCO World Heritage status and attracts thousands of pilgrims and tourists each year, especially during the festival of Maha Shivaratri. The temple complex, which dates back to at least 400 CE, includes numerous smaller shrines and pagodas, and its architecture reflects the traditional Nepali pagoda style with richly carved wooden frames and intricate statues.
About Boudha Stupa
The first stupa at Boudhanath, built after AD 600 by Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo as an act of penance, is renowned for its grace and symbolism. Though the original stupa was destroyed by Mughal invaders in the 14th century, the current structure is a stunningly proportioned monument with a whitewashed dome, gilded tower, and the Buddha’s all-seeing eyes. Symbolizing the Buddha’s path to enlightenment, its design elements represent earth, water, fire, air, and the void, with 13 spire levels signifying stages toward nirvana. Believed to house relics of past Buddhas or Siddhartha Gautama, it features 108 Dhyani Buddha images and 147 niches with prayer wheels. Visitors can join Tibetan pilgrims in koras (circumambulations) for an immersive experience and ascend the plinth for views of the vibrant spiritual activity.
Your ongoing contributions are crucial to our success
We’re excited about the potential of this project and appreciate your understanding as we work through the initial stages. However, Membership is open to everyone, and we warmly invite you to join us and contribute to our interim Board of Directors. Your membership and donations will support our land acquisition efforts, which will ultimately lead to the construction of the Pashupatinath Temple, Buddha Stupa (Chaitya), and a Community Center. The planned facilities will be located within a 30-minute radius of RDU Airport or in areas with a high concentration of community members.
“PBM will offer a space for Nepali immigrants and their descendants to connect with their cultural and religious roots. By bringing together Hindu and Buddhist traditions, it fosters an environment where community members can practice their faiths, celebrate festivals, and engage in cultural activities that reflect their heritage.”
Aiming to enhance the social and cultural fabric of the entire region
The Pashupati Buddha Mandir of North Carolina (PBM) serves as a temple and community hub, dedicated to preserving and promoting the spiritual teachings of Hinduism and Buddhism.