This is a big rectangular water tank located near the main city gate. It is considered as the most ancient pond in Bhaktapur which is known to have many myths associated to it. This 275m×92m pond was built during the reign of King Yakshya Malla in the early fifteenth century and is associated with a number of different myths. Nowadays, the pond is of both religious and archeological importance. From this spot a wide range of snowy peaks are visible on clear days.
On eve of Indrajatra, I had taken some snaps as seen in http://bipin.me/siddhapokhari-on-indrajatra/
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