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Bhaktapur Festival, Bhaktapur (2024)

11/06/2024

Sithi Nakha is the first rain of the season, just before the monsoon rains arrive in full force. Kumar, the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Paravati and the quintessential "Rain Baby" for the Nepalese people, celebrates his birthday on the same day.

The day is spent in Nepal, primarily in the Newa community , commemorating the festival Sithi Nakha, which acts as a foreshadowing of the impending rainy season. Here are some important details regarding the celebration, which honors Kumar, the Kathmandu Valley's rain baby. Sithi Nakha is the first....

23/05/2024

Goddness Chandeshwori''s Palanquins (Khat) is pulled on one side alone in this procession in Kutupali, Bhaktapur, while the devotees fly Chatamari. You can fly like a bird if you glance up towards the sky. Goddness Chandeshwori''s Palanquins (Khat) is finally completed all around the palace. Goddness Chandeshwori'a was revered by King Anandadev.

Goddness Chandeshwori's exquisite temple can be found in Chasukhel, Ward No. 5 (Five) of Bhaktapur Municipality. The golden roofed temple with 2 (Two) Peacock statues fascinates anybody who looks at it. This temple is one of the valley's oldest temples. To destroy the Chandasur Demon, Goddness Parva...

07/05/2024

Also known as Aamako Mukh Herne Din (आमाको मुख हेर्ने दिन) is a Nepali celebration dedicated to honoring mothers for their love, sacrifice, and life support.

08/04/2024

One of the most well-known celebrations in Bhaktapur, a city in Nepal's Kathmandu Valley, is the Biska Jatra. This event, which lasts nine days, is observed every year in the month of April (Chaitra). Locals refer to Biska Jatra as "Bisket Jatra" or "Bisket Festival."

Bhaktapur's cultural pleasure is symbolized by the arrival of the Biska: Jatra Festival (BISKET JATRA). In the beginning of spring, it is a holiday that celebrates human emotions. The festival contains figurative depictions of human emotions. The myth, which describes a lovely young man with Ta***ic...

23/03/2024

Fagu, Holi Punhi,Chilla Punhi which began in Bhaktapur on the day of Fagun Shukla Ashtami, would be celebrated as a sexual festival by the people of Bhaktapur.

Fagu, Holi Punhi,Chilla Punhi which began in Bhaktapur on the day of Fagun Shukla Ashtami, would be celebrated as a sexual festival by the people of Bhaktapur. From Ashtami to Purnima, Gaiju of Bhimsen Guthi sat on the floor of the Bhimsen Temple and sung sex-related songs. Holi Punhi is celebrated....

08/03/2024

If we look at the exact meaning of Sila Charhe (Shilachahre), we can see that it is as follows. Si denotes Lord Shiva, La denotes the Month, and Charhe denotes the Chaturdashi day. As a result, Sila Charhe (Shilachahre)refers to a Chaturdashi dedicated to Lord Shiva.

If we look at the exact meaning of Sila Charhe (Shilachahre), we can see that it is as follows. Si denotes Lord Shiva, La denotes the Month, and Charhe denotes the Chaturdashi day. As a result, Sila Charhe (Shilachahre)refers to a Chaturdashi dedicated to Lord Shiva. Civilization and society of Newa...

13/02/2024

श्री पञ्चमी
सरस्वती पूजा
वसन्त पञ्चमी
The time to begin writing for children is right now. Today is a special day to honor Goddness Saraswati, the apex of knowledge and music, and is known as Saraswati Puja, Shree Panchami, or Basant Panchami.

वसन्त पञ्चमी /सरस्वती पूजा A special day is observed today by worshiping Goddess Saraswati, the pinnacle of wisdom and music, at Saraswati Puja, Shree Panchami, or Basant Panchami. It is anticipated that spring will officially begin today. Welcome to Koial...

25/01/2024

Madhav Narayan Festival in Bhaktapur
Devotees dress up and tell traditional tales about various great achievements performed by the Gods along the streets of Bhaktapur during the festival devoted to God Madhav Narayan and Goddess Swasthani.

Devotees dress up and tell traditional tales about various great achievements performed by the Gods along the streets of Bhaktapur during the festival devoted to God Madhav Narayan and Goddess Swasthani. Fasting from Poush Shukla Purnima to Magh Shukla Purnima is the account of Swasthani Brata in Bh...

16/01/2024

Historical Navadurga of Bhaktapur's Nga Lakegu Jatra, a cultural city built on human civilization. In approximately 8 months, the Navadurga Devgan Jatra, which has been held every year since time immemorial, takes place in 21 various locations throughout the Bhaktapur City .

Historical Navadurga of Bhaktapur's Nga Lakegu (Fishing) Jatra, a cultural city built on human civilization. In approximately 8 months, the Navadurga Devgan Jatra, which has been held every year since time immemorial, takes place in 21 various locations throughout the Bhaktapur Municipality.Despite....

15/01/2024

This event is thought to have been initiated by Bajracharya Jayaratna of Chatur Brahma Mahabihar. It is usual in the Bhuikhyal area in Napukhu's western Thathuvahi area to prepare and offer special delicacies (such as a specific form of laddu produced by mixing roti and sakhkar)....

Samyak Dan Parva is held at Bhaktapur every year on the day of Maghe Sankranti. Bhaktapur's Kwathandau, Prashanshil Mahavihar, Sakotha's Chaturbrahma Mahavihar,Golmadhi's Mangal Dharmadeep Vihar ,Itachenn's Jayakirti Mahavihara and Bharvacho's Buddhist Samkrit Vihara (Sukravarna Maha Vihara). Five D...

14/01/2024

On the occasion of Maghe Sankranti, fairs have been held at various locations throughout Bhaktapur. A large crowd of tourists gathered at Tilmadhav Narayan temple in Taumadhi and Wakupati Narayan temple in Suryamadhi on the day of this festival, which is celebrated by eating Ghee,Chaku (Molasse), Sesame laddu, green Vegetables and Yam.

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On the occasion of Maghe Sankranti, fairs have been held at various locations throughout Bhaktapur. A large crowd of tourists gathered at Tilmadhav Narayan temple in Taumadhi and Wakupati Narayan temple in Suryamadhi on the day of this festival, which is celebrated by eating Ghee,Chaku (Molasse), Se...

27/12/2023

Valentine's Day is known as Matina Paru in Newa community . Valentine's Day is the first thing that comes to mind when we think about Valentine's Day.

Matina Paru Valentine's Day is known as Matina Paru in Newa community . Valentine's Day is the first thing that comes to mind when we think about Valentine's Day. We have been so influenced by outsiders that we have forgotten our own culture and are embracing alien festivities instead. We celebrate....

23/12/2023

Yomari Punhi (यःमरि पुन्हि), also known as Yamari Purnima, Yomari Purne, or Yamari Punhi, is a significant event celebrated by the Newar farming community. Yomari is also known as Yamari.

Yamari Punhi, also known as Yamari Purnima, Yomari Purne, or Yamari Punhi, is a significant event celebrated by the Newar farming community. Yomari is also known as Yamari. This celebration is extremely important in the Newar Community (Newa: Community). Yomari is the most popular bread in Newa, and...

26/11/2023

Sakinma Punhi (Halimali Punhi) is one of the Newar community's traditional full moon celebrations. Saki and Mana are two Nepalbhasa words that make up this name. Pindalu is Saki , and mana is boiling..

Sakinma Punhi (Halimali Punhi) is one of the Newar community's traditional full moon celebrations. Saki and Mana are two Nepalbhasa words that make up this name. Pindalu is Saki , and mana is boiling. Because of the cooked food of Pindalu, it is now known as Sakimana Purnima. Kandamuls (undersoil fo...

13/11/2023

"Swanti Nakha:" is the term used to denote five days of Yama Panchak in Nepal Bhasa or Newa language. Highlighting the lead of females in household and showcasing the love for the entire ecosystem, these days advocate for the wellbeing of Crow, Dog, Laxmi, Ox, and Brothers/ Sisters..

"Swanti Nakha:" is the term used to denote five days of Yama Panchak in Nepal Bhasa or Newa language. Highlighting the lead of females in household and showcasing the love for the entire ecosystem, these days advocate for the wellbeing of Crow, Dog, Laxmi, Ox, and Brothers/ Sisters. Kaag Tihar and K...

24/10/2023

Ekanta Kumari (The living Goddess of Bhaktapur)

Ekanta Kumari (The living Goddess of Bhaktapur) is revered as a living deity in the ancient city of Bhaktapur. The daughters from the Shakya and Bajracharya households, ranging in age from two to eight, are chosen to be the living goddess.

Ekanta Kumari (The living Goddess of Bhaktapur) Ekanta Kumari (The living Goddess of Bhaktapur) is revered as a living deity in the ancient city of Bhaktapur. The daughters from the Shakya and Bajracharya households, ranging in age from two to eight, are chosen to be the living goddess. The females....