About Jana bahal

Jana Bahal, often called Janabahaa: and also called Machindra Bahal and less frequently Kanak Chaitya Mahavihar, is one of the few Bahal which have fully fledged storied temple standing in the middle of a court. The main deity residing in the temple is the Seto Machindranath also known as Janabaha Dyo, Aryavalokitesvara, Karunamaya.
Rudravarna Mahavihar or Uku Bahal - An ancient monastery in Patan, Nepal

Newari Bahals – social norms & lifestyle

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Jun
2022
Culture
Bahals (Nepal Bhasa:बहाः) are courtyard generally constructed by Newari families and their descendants reside in it for generations. Hence, it is not just a unit of residence but also a unit of kinship. The Guthis of Newars have their basis on Bahals. They play an enormous role in maintaining the norms of Newari society and lifestyle. The characteristics of a Baha are: - A square or rectangular space bounded by buildings in all sides - Surrounding .
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