Festival

The Unique Tradition of Ghode Jatra in Patan Ghode Jatra in Patan (Lalitpur) is a unique traditional celebration observed on the same day as the festival in Kathmandu. Unlike the formal army horse parade held at Tundikhel, Patan’s version is lively and deeply rooted in local Newar traditions and community participation. The festival is popularly known as Ekal Ghode Jatra (Single Horse Festival). During the event, a single rider races a horse around the area of Balkumari Temple. Ritual connections are also associated with Mul Chowk inside Patan Durbar Square, linking the celebration with the traditions of the former royal palace.

Fagu Purnima, also known as Holi, is a joyful festival celebrated across Nepal, marking the arrival of spring and the victory of good over evil. People celebrate by throwing colors, singing, dancing, and sharing happiness with family and friends. The festival brings communities together in a lively and friendly atmosphere, symbolizing love, harmony and new beginnings.

Shivaratri is a sacred Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva, celebrated with deep faith and spiritual devotion across Nepal. On this auspicious day, devotees fast, offer prayers and visit Shiva temples, especially Pashupatinath. The night is spent in quiet reflection, chanting and rituals, creating a peaceful and spiritual atmosphere. Shivaratri symbolizes inner purification, spiritual awakening

Shree Panchami, also known as Saraswati Puja or Basanta Panchami, is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the goddess of wisdom, learning, knowledge, music and creativity, when people—especially students—offer prayers at homes and nearby Saraswati temples to seek her blessings, while also honoring Maha Manjushri(Bodhisattva), a symbol of supreme wisdom. The day is considered highly auspicious for

Ghyo Chaku is the Newar community’s traditional name for the Maghe Sankranti festival in Nepal, celebrated on January 15 with deep cultural and social importance. The festival is especially known for its traditional foods, with “Ghyo Chaku” meaning ghee and solidified molasses, the main items eaten on this day. Other popular dishes include flattened rice

On the occasion of completing 100 years since the establishment of the Tathagata Dipankar Buddha statue and the initiation of the Samyak tradition by Nar Singh Shakya (Lama Aaju), a grand Lasata Samyak Mahadan (Great Almsgiving) will be held in Patan on January 15, 2026. A grand display of 126 Dipankara Buddha will be brought

Yomari: Sweet Warmth for Winter Story of Yomari:  Long ago, in the Newar village of Panauti, a couple named Suchandra and Krita made a new dish from freshly harvested rice flour. They shaped it like a fish — believed to bring good luck — and filled it with sweet jaggery (chaku) and sesame seeds. When they offered it to the gods, the

Centuries Old Sacred Dance Drama of Patan Kartik Nach is a mythical dance drama performed in Patan Durbar Square, every year during the month of Kartik (October–November) This dance is one of the important tantric mask dances of god & demons. The performance depicts stories from Hindu epics like the Ramayana, Mahabharata and tales of Lord

Mukhastami (मुखाष्टमी), Lunar Calendar: October/November (Kartik Shukla Ashtami) @ October 29, 2025 Mukhashtami refers to the eighth day (Ashtami) of the lunar fortnight when a crown (Mukha) is offered. On this day, a crown containing images of the Five Buddhas (Panchabuddha) is ceremoniously placed upon the Shiva Linga. This tradition seems to be limited only to

Tihar, also known as Deepawali (The Festival of Lights), is a five-day Hindu festival celebrated with lights, music, and joy across Nepal. Each day has a special meaning. Kaag Tihar honors crows as messengers, while Kukur Tihar worships dogs for loyalty. On Gai Tihar, cows are revered, and in the evening, Laxmi Puja welcomes the