Festivals

Summary Capturing vibrant ethnic folk traditions and ancient myths across five unique annual festivals in Nepal, unveils the country's diverse mystical cultures. View more details

Festivals

Directed : Unknown

Written : Unknown

Stars : Dani Jae Vidur P. Dahal Shree Ram Paudel Jivan Saatri Baral

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Genres : Documentary

Release date : Feb 6, 1960

Language : English

Production companies : Creative Heights Entertainment

Summary Capturing vibrant ethnic folk traditions and ancient myths across five unique annual festivals in Nepal, unveils the country's diverse mystical cultures. View more details

Details

Genres : Documentary

Release date : Feb 6, 1960

Language : English

Production companies : Creative Heights Entertainment

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Nov 16, 2021
Festival of Tihar
A celebration of the bond between humans and animals, Tihar (Diwali) is a five-day cultural event where crows, dogs, cows, oxen, and brothers are worshiped, each on a specific day, symbolizing protection, loyalty, and prosperity.
Nov 23, 2021
Festival of Dashain
Celebrating the triumph of the Mother Goddess Durga over evil, Dashain is the longest festival observed by the Nepalese. Spanning 15 days in September or early October, it is a time when families come together to share blessings, feast, and partake in rituals that have been passed down through generations.
Nov 30, 2021
Festival 0f Saraswati Puja
Children receive their first lessons in writing and reading, as it is believed that the Goddess of Knowledge, Saraswati, will bless them to excel in school. This day is also considered the most auspicious time to begin learning new things, marking a fresh start filled with hope and promise.
Dec 07, 2021
Festival of Maha Shivaratri
Hundreds of thousands of people from Nepal and abroad gather for this sacred event, where holy men transform themselves into living gods. Married women diligently perform rituals to appease Lord Shiva, seeking his blessings for their husband's long life and success. Meanwhile, single girls pray with the hope of finding a life partner as devoted and powerful as Shiva himself.
Dec 14, 2021
Festival of Gai Jatra
For centuries, Gai Jatra has been a tradition dedicated to honoring family members who passed away in the past year. Instead of mourning, the festival transforms grief into joy, with bright-colored costumes, painted faces, masks, and loud music filling the streets. It's a time when people turn their sadness and tears into laughter, celebrating the lives of the deceased with vibrant, communal festivities.
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