Batuk Bhairav

Batuk Bhairav ​​at Lagankhel in Lalitpur is also considered to be the family deity of another local deity, Minnath. The Batuk Bhairav ​​Temple has a one-storey metal roof. According to legend, it was established by Licchaviraja Anshu Verma after returning from a visit to Prayag. There is no idol of Bhairav ​​in this temple. In return, a stone is worshiped as Batuk Bhairav. There are also idols of Ganesh, Kumar and Kumari in the sanctum sanctorum of the temple.This temple was built in B.C. It was renovated by Juddhashamsher in 1991. Two planks have also been constructed near the temple. The various objects in this temple have been offered by different devotees at different times. The temple area is crowded with devotees on Thursdays. Guthi has also been arranged for this temple.

Batuk Bhairav ​​is one of the eight Bhairavs worshiped in the Kathmandu Valley. He is considered to be the fierce form of Shivaji. Once upon a time there was a dispute between Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh. Since everyone has shown his greatness, Shivaji is also believed to have taken the form of Bhairav ​​to show off his greatness.

Similarly, there is a religious belief that Shivaji cut off one of the five heads of Brahma when he claimed to be great, claiming that Brahma was his creator. The Bhairavs are considered Tantric deities. Since they are worshiped along with Bhairavi, Bhairav ​​is also established in Shakti Peeths. Batuk Bhairav ​​of Lagankhel is also believed to have been established by Tantric method. His worship is done with Bhairavi.

SWAYAMBHU

It is a famous and greatly honoured Buddhist Stupa which is more than 2500 years old. With a masterly craftsmanship, this Stupa stands to exhibit typical example of Nepalese architecture. Situated on a hillock in Kathmandu surrounded by natural beauties, this place is the best top to view the panorama of Kathmandu Valley including city areas. 

According to Buddhist chronicles this Stupa is so named as Swayambhu because it was created by itself, not being made by any man. As is believed, the whole of kathmandu valley was a lake called ‘NAGRHADA’ thousands of years ago where a lotus flower was floating on top of it. Lord Swayambhu, the Buddha was seated on it. Later when Manjushree, a great saint from China came and cut the mountain at one point with his moon shaped sword, all water of the valley flowed away and the lotus flower turned into this abode on hilltop. On this great religious shrine of Buddhists, one can see lots of small and big chaityas, images, mystery tunnels, great pieces of arts, rest houses, picnic spots, a Buddhist school, monasteries and the like. 

SWASTIKA

 A fascinating symbol of Religoius facts, Swastika is very ancient oriental symbol of welfare. Swastika is a Sanskrit word which means aimed at doing good for all. The swastika symbol seems to have occupied a very significant place in the religious and cultural tradition of Nepal. This symbol is also quite common in wood carvings, in traditional paintings and in several other artistic works. One can see this auspicious emblem pointed with great fancy generally on the old styled shop windows, on the shutters of the private door-ways, on the top covers of the styled business account books and so on. Tibetans are also very fond of this fascinating symbol. Traditional Tibetan carpets with the swastika patterns and draperies with the swastika print in the center is a big pride to Tibetan people. People sometimes mistake this oriental symbol with that of Hitler’s symbol which is not true either in its structure or in its meaning. 

The Swastika is a sacred symbol for Hindus, but it is equally so in Buddhism.. The use of the Swastika figure is a must for all kind of religious ceremonies particularly in relation to Mahayana and Bajrayana sects. Swastika is one of the most fascinating symbol usually drawn by the priest for ceremonial purposes. The four stretching hands of the  swastika figure are said to represent the following four divine merits existent in all human beings. They are respectively Maitri (friendship), Karuna (compasiion) , mudita (happiness), and upekshya (indifference). This fourfold merit theory symbolically known as swastika is very dominant in our religions and  culture The four hands of Swastika believed to the representation of four human merits as mentioned above are also considered as the symbol of four basic elements. Those elements are also religiously termed as four Bramhas or four ideal ways leading to supreme soul, enlightenment for which every aspirant  should meditate upon. 

An auspicious sign Swastika or Swasti is one of the sixty five marks of Buddhahood believed to have been found in the imprints of Buddha’s foot. It is, therefore, considered as a Buddhist symbol that  represents the esoteric doctrines of the Buddha.  

SWAHA

 Wife or concert of Agni. During invocation of fire god which is a common practice in many forms of worshipping in Nepal, offerings are often given in the name of Swaha.  

SURYA

 Surya is the Sun or Sun-deity, being on of the important deities since vedic ages. He is the source of light and heat. Riding on a chariot drawn by seven horses, Surya has many wives. From Aswini, a nymph he had twin sons Aswins who were handsome and powerful and from his another wife Sanjna who was the daughter of Viswakarma, he had three children, Manu, Yama and Yami and it was from manu that the solar dynasty had started. There are hundreds of myths depicting the origin, personality, relations and descendent of the Sun. Very much worshipped by Hindus everyday, he is known by many names such as Bhaskara, Dinkara, Loke-Chakshu, Garaharaja, Sahasra Kirana, Diwakar etc. 

In Buddhism Surya is associated with moon as symbol of basic unity of the apparently different relative and absolute truth; appears separately in the upper part of thang-kas. It is a special symbol of Akashgarbha. 

SURKHET

 Surkhet proper is the district headquarter of Surkhet of Bheri zone. Remnants of ancient monasteries and temples are found here. This comparatively, backward district is now in the light as it has been selected as the headquarter of one of the Five main development regions. Surkhet is to be linked with Pokhara and other centres by motorable roads. Many other development works are also being planned in this district. 

Surkhet is one of the important district of Bheri zone with Birendranagar as its headquarters. This district is also the headquarters of Bheri zone as a whole. Some important place to visit in this district include Bulbule lake and the relics of ancient Buddhist monastri known as Kankre Vihar. Population of Surkhet is 288527 

SUNUWAR

 People of Sunuwar race very much resemble Magars and also Gurungs in their way of life and social customs. They are mostly found towards north from Sunkosi river which is about 100 kilometres north east form Kathmandu. Those who are married in their same race are considered to be of higher class and that those having interracial marital relations are of lower class, thus, forming two classes of Sunuwars. 

Sunuwars live in the land between the Likhu and Khimti rivers and in the districts of Okhaldhunga, Ramechhap and Dolkha. They have their own unique language and culture. They had their kipat rights on their ancestral lands. Because of their adherence to the Kirant religion, they are considered closer to the Rais. However, sociologists opine that they are more akin to the language and culture of the Magars with whom they also share similar physical resemblance. Sunuwars, Surels and Jirels are socially close-knit communities. Sunwars are mostly engaged in farming.

SUNSARI

 This is a prominent district lying in the inner terai belt of Kosi zone. Important pilgrimage of the Hindus known as Barahchhetra and the important religious shrine of the Limbu’s known as Budhasubba are in this district. Inaruwa is the Headquaters of this district where as Dharan is the business and activity hobnob of this district. Population of this district is approximately 625633. 

SUN KOSI RIVER

 Sun Kosi is one of the seven rivers that composes Kosi River System. Having its source on the western slopes of Kalinchowk mountain, this river is joined by other big rivers also such as Bhote Khola, Tama Kosi, Likhu Khola etc. at various points. It retains the name sun Kosi till it reaches Bhojpur district where it joins with Arun river. 

SUKUNDA

 Sukunda is an oil lamp with combination of lamp and oil container. It is made of metal in artistic design. Oil was stored in the main section of the large pot and burnt in the bowl beside the nect with the aid of a wick. The filling of oil was done by a metal spoon known as Sumicha. Sukunda is the most important object for every religious and social performances. There must be the inscription of Ganesh in it, whose presence is always needed for the performances as the god of bestower of success.