Naag Pokhari
17th-century establishments in NepalPonds in Kathmandu Valley
Naag Pokhari (Nepali: नाग पोखरी) meaning snake's pond is a historic artificial pond located in the eastern side of the royal palace, Kathmandu. The pond was constructed in the 17th century by Queen Subarna Prabha. The pond is 125 ft long, 65 ft wide and has a depth of about 7 ft. It has a park around it. A tall statue of golden snake is mounted at the center of the pond. The pond is used to celebrate Naga Panchami and has religious significance for the Hindus.
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Nag Pokhari Sadak, Kathmandu Narayan Chaur (Kathmandu-01)
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| Latitude | Longitude |
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| N 27.71346 ° | E 85.32342 ° |
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Nag Pokhari Sadak
21255 Kathmandu, Narayan Chaur (Kathmandu-01)
Bagmati Province, Nepal
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