The Glory Of Nepal A Mythological Guidebook To Kathmandu Valley

This beautifully produced paperback contains nine stories from the Himavatkhanda and Nepal-Mahatmya, translated from the Sanskrit. The book is profusely illustrated. Some of the questions that the books asks are: Why are the Himalaya considered holy?Why were so many temples constructed in the Himalayan kingdom? What are the origins of religious beliefs?  The author has answered these questions intelligently for the modern reader.Writers often highlights aspects and features of various temples, but rarely explain why temples were constructed. Forbes' book is a true pilgrims's guide to the holy places of the Kathmandu Valley. It reveals the role that the gods themselves played in establishing these sacred sites. Complete with map and concise directions, these stories lead us on an imaginative but authentic journey of discovery.