Changu Narayan

Changu Narayan is the temple of Vishnu, the Preserver, in the village of Changu in Bhaktapur. The origins of Changu Narayan goes back to the fourth century. A fifth century stone inscription in the temple proclaims it as one of the oldest shrines of the Kathmandu Valley. The temple is believed to be sixteen hundred years old. It is embellished by the best examples of stone, wood, and metal craft.

On the struts of the two - tiered Changu Narayan Temple, are the ten incarnations of Narayan. A sixth - century stone statue shows the cosmic form of Vishnu. Garuda, half man and half bird, is the steed of Vishnu, and his life - sized statue kneels before the temple.

Some important monuments to see in this area are:
	Vishwaroop The sculpture represents Vishnu in his most universal form. It dates back to 8 th century A.D.
	Vishnu Bikranta This stone image, dating back to the 8 th century A.D., is one of the most poerful form of Vishnu. This is when he measured space with his feet.
	Vishnu Riding Garuda Vishnu riding Garuda (the mythical bird) - this figure of Vishnu mounting Garuda dates back to the 10 th century A.D.
	Narsingha Vishnu this form of Vishnu is seen in his half man and half lion form.
*picture courtesy NTB

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