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Nepal: Bhairava, a manifestation of the Hindu god Shiva, Kathmandu Valley

Nepal: Bhairava, a manifestation of the Hindu god Shiva, Kathmandu Valley

Bhairava sometimes known as Kala Bhairava, is a Hindu deity, a fierce manifestation of Shiva associated with annihilation. He originated in Hindu mythology and is sacred to Hindus, Buddhists and Jains alike. He is worshipped in Nepal, Rajasthan, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Uttarakhand.






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Photographer:

Chaweewan Chuchuay

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Pictures From Asia

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