Swayambhu Mahachaitya Dome Cleaning and Renovation Begins

Kathmandu. The work to remove the thick layer of lime that has been accumulating on the dome of Swayambhu Mahachaitya, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a major center of faith for Buddhists, has begun.

A cleaning and renovation campaign has been launched with the objective of preserving the archaeological, historical, and cultural significance of the Mahachaitya. According to tradition, devotees have been painting the Mahachaitya with white lime on various religious occasions, including Buddha Purnima. As lime is added annually, a thick layer accumulates on the dome, necessitating the removal of the old layer after a certain period.