Go Behind the Bricks
Explore a full-size duplicate of the historic Kileshwor Mahadev Temple, constructed during the 2016 World Wood Day celebration in Nepal
Preserving Heritage: Kileshwor Mahadev Temple
The Kileshwor Mahadev Temple holds significant cultural and spiritual importance. This sacred site was selected by the International Wood Culture Society for reconstruction due to its symbolic value and the need to restore Nepal's architectural heritage post the 2015 earthquake.
International Wood Culture Society (IWCS) aims to preserve cultural landmarks like the Kileshwor Mahadev Temple, fostering appreciation for traditional craftsmanship and promoting sustainable wood usage in construction.
The beams and wooden structure of the Kileshwor Mahadev Temple (2016-02-20) by IWCSInternational Wood Culture Society
Resilience Amidst Adversity
After the 2015 earthquakes, the temple's wooden framework remained intact. Led by John Sanday Associates, renovation work began to restore its cultural significance.
A traditional ceremony before the project (2016-03-01) by IWCSInternational Wood Culture Society
Commencement with Ceremony
The IWCS project team initiated the reconstruction with a traditional ceremony, respecting sacred traditions.
Assembly of the duplicated framework and structure (2016-03-10) by IWCSInternational Wood Culture Society
Craftsmanship in Progress
The team carefully assembled the duplicate framework to replicate the intricate design of the temple.
The wooden structure reassembled at a new site at the Royal Nepal Academy (2016-03-20) by IWCSInternational Wood Culture Society
Reassembly and Celebration
On March 21st, the reassembled structure was unveiled at the World Wood Day event, symbolizing triumph over adversity.
The Bhatta family performed the Hindu ceremony (2016-03-21) by IWCSInternational Wood Culture Society
Blessings and Tradition
The Bhatta family conducted a Hindu ceremony, infusing the structure with spiritual significance.
Comparison of the duplicate framework and the original of the Kileshwor Mahadev Temple (2016-03-21) by IWCSInternational Wood Culture Society
A Comparison of Legacy
A comparison between the duplicate (left) and original framework (right) highlighted the meticulous replication process.
The duplicate structure (2016-03-21) by IWCSInternational Wood Culture Society
A Testament to Beauty and Tradition
The duplicate structure, made of 531 timber pieces and 7 tons of reclaimed sal wood, stands as an exemplar of Nepal's architectural heritage.
