Devi Ghat was once a bustling town, known for its market and a temple that attracted thousands of pilgrims each year.
Located on the banks of the River Trishuli and surrounded by lush mountains, it took great pride in its picturesque setting and ancient temple, which sat close to the water’s edge.
Dedicated to the goddess Kali, she is known locally as the ‘fierce mother’ and is associated with destruction.
And in a tragic twist, it was destruction that rained down on Devi Ghat on Wednesday morning as the flash flood decimated this northern area of Nepal, close to the Tibetan border, bringing
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