Doti
शैलेश्वरी मन्दिर
Skanda Purana shrine at Silgadhi — among the far-west's most revered Shakti Peeth temples in the Doti hills.
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Shaileshwari Temple at Silgadhi is one of the most revered shrines in Nepal's mid- and far-western hills — a Shakti Peeth mentioned in the Skanda Purana, with deities including Shiva lingam, Chaturbhuj Narayan, Ganesh, Bhairab, and Masta.
Skanda Purana site, Shakti Peeth tradition, Dashain puja, Khat Jatra (12-year cycle), Silgadhi bazaar.
Major far-west Shakti shrine; Ardhanarishwari Shaileshwari tradition; pilgrimage hub of Doti hills.
Drive Dhangadhi → Dadeldhura → Silgadhi (Bhim Dutta Marga) or fly to Dipayal. Morning darshan → temple complex → Silgadhi bazaar. Allow half day.
Welcome to Shaileshwari Temple. The goddess who became stone still blesses every pilgrim climbing from the terai to Silgadhi.
At a Glance
Location
Silgadhi, Doti
Deity
Shaileshwari (Parvati)
Scripture
Mentioned in Skanda Purana
Major festival
Dashain; Khat Jatra (12-yr)
Access
Dipayal airport nearby
Best time
Oct–Apr
Heritage
Shaileshwari Temple anchors Doti's spiritual identity with a complex of Shiva lingam, Chaturbhuj Narayan, Ganesh, Bhairab, and Masta shrines. Pilgrims have climbed the Bhim Dutta Marga from the terai for generations, making Silgadhi a hinge between hill and plain in far-western Nepal.
Sacred Calendar
Seasonal observances and local gatherings.
Suggested Schedule
Half day in Silgadhi; combine with Khaptad trek planning.
Morning
Quietest time at main sanctum.
Secondary shrines and courtyards.
Local market and viewpoints.
Practical Information
Dress
Modest attire
Remove shoes in sanctum
Photography
Ask permission
Respect active puja
Entry
Free
Donations welcome
Road
Bhim Dutta Marga
Mountain road from terai
Flights from Dhangadhi.
Bhim Dutta Marga via Dadeldhura (~8–10 hrs).
Short walk to temple from bazaar.
Extend Your Journey
Shaileshwari opens the far-west hill pilgrimage corridor.
From the Community
Pilgrimage and festival films at Shaileshwari Temple, Doti.
These videos are shared by devotees and travelers. They are not official productions of the heritage programme.
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