Taleju temple, built in the 16th century, on Durbar Square, Kathmandu. A long line of devotees, visible both in the foreground and high up on the temple's third level, wait for 3-4 hours to gain entrance for a brief worship.

Dedicated to a Tantric goddess, this temple is only open to the public one day a year. Traditionally the Kings of Nepal cannot rule without the favor of this goddess. Should she take away her favor, that will mean the end of his rule, and perhaps even his dynasty.