Overview
Pathibhara Devi is one of the most significant temple in Nepal, located on the hill
of Taplejung. It is also considered as one of the holy places for Limbu people.
Worshippers from different parts of Nepal and India flock to the temple during special
occasions, as it is believed that a pilgrimage to the temple ensures fulfillment of the
pilgrims’ wishes. The Goddess Pathibhara is believed to possess supernatural powers and
diligently answer devotees’ prayers. She is considered by her devotees as a manifestation
of the divine feminine also determined with other names as AdiKali, Maha Maya, Maha
Rudri among many other of her divine forms.