Kathmandu - Tana Devi Temple

Before the Taleju Mandir could be built the goddess Tana Devi had first to be placated. She had been deity of the ruling house in Thakuri times and was naturally angered when the Malla kings chose to honor Taleju with so magnificent a temple.

The shrine to Tana Devi is located north-east of the Taleju Mandir, in a small precinct entered from Bazaar Street. The temple was built by Ratna Malla in 1501. The goddess is worshipped in conjunction with Taleju, principal family deity of the Malla kings. Ritual offerings (pujas) are made here every fourteenth day of the lunar calendar. On the ninth day of the Dasain Festival the goddess's sword is displayed.