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Former King Shah to visit Gorakhnath and Manakamana temples

Former King's Press Secretary, Dr Phani Raj Pathak in a statement on Wednesday announced that former King Shah will visit the Gorakhnath, Gorakhkali, and Manakamana temples to offer prayers this week.
By Republica

KATHMANDU, March 19: Former King Gyanendra Shah is set to visit Gorkha this week. He is going there to offer prayers and perform religious rituals.


Former King's Press Secretary, Dr Phani Raj Pathak in a statement on Wednesday announced that former King Shah will visit the Gorakhnath, Gorakhkali, and Manakamana temples to offer prayers this week. The Shah dynasty has a special historical connection to Gorakhnath.


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