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Festival at The temple complex of Mhaypi, Kathmandu
Asia Nepal Kathmandu fest November 2003 Hindu women at the Mhaypi temple which stands on a forested mound in a peaceful spot to the north of Thamel It is dedicated to Mhaypi Ajima a protective mother goddess The temple complex contains many Hindu and Buddhist images Stone lions guard the entrance which is surmounted by an exquisitely carved tympanum
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Location: Nepal, Kathmandu
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