Shaligram (Holy Rocks) in Nepal

Shaligram (Holy Rocks) in Nepal

NEPAL TRAVEL BOOK, KATHMANDU, FEB 04 2015: Shaligram is fossial rock found on the banks of River Kaligandaki of Central Nepal. These fossil rocks have Chakra (disk like formations) made by a river worm called Vajra-Keeta which takes shelter in Shaligram. As per Hindu mythology, these fossil rocks are believed to be the manifestation of Lord Vishnu, the Preserver of the world. It is believed that worshiping Shaligram, chanting Shaligram mantra and washing the holy fossil will protect us from evil and bring material reward and spiritual prosperity. Shaligram is also very popular among Hindus and can be found in premises of the Pashupatinath Temple in Kathmandu, in lakeside area of Pokhara and in many Hindu temple premises.
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