Born at Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Bhupatindra Malla
Deceasedभूपतीन्द्र मल्ल
Also known as Nepah Juju
The most widely known king of Bhaktapur, remembered for building the Nyatapola Temple during a golden age of art and architecture
About
Bhupatindra Malla became King of Bhaktapur in 1696. Today, people remember him as the most well-known and well-liked king of the Malla dynasty. Bhaktapur’s people fondly called him “Nepah Juju,” or king of the Newars.
He loved supporting art and architecture. Under his rule, many palaces and temples were built in Bhaktapur. His most famous work is the tall, five-story Nyatapola Temple. It is still one of the tallest and most famous pagodas in the Kathmandu Valley. It still shapes Bhaktapur’s skyline, even centuries later.
Quick facts
- Born
- 1674-11-03
- Birthplace
- Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Kingdom of Bhaktapur
- Profession
- Monarch
- Nationality
- Nepal
- Status
- Deceased
- Died
- 1722-04-15
Previous roles
King of Bhaktapur
Malla dynasty · 1696-09-11–1722-04-15
Career & life timeline
- 1674-11-03
- 1687
Married Vishva Lakshmi
- 1696-09-11
Crowned King of Bhaktapur, succeeding his father, Jitamitra Malla
- 1702
Oversaw construction of the Nyatapola Temple, his most celebrated building project
- 1722-04-15
Died at age 47; succeeded by his son Ranajit Malla, the last king of Bhaktapur
Achievements
Built the Nyatapola Temple
Considered his most revered contribution, and one of the tallest pagodas in the Kathmandu Valley
Reign regarded as the cultural high point of Bhaktapur
Organizations & affiliations
- Malla dynasty
Last updated: 2026-09-06