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Bhaktapur Festivals, pandubazar, Bhaktapur (2024)

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...

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...

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...

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....

23/10/2023

Khamay Jatra, a symbol of the Mahishasura demon, is celebrated at Bhaktapur on Maha Nawami. The historical Navadurga dancing goddesses of Bhaktapur are claimed to have appeared only after the Khamey tragedy. He was raised in Bhaktapur Municipality-9' Navadurga Dyo-Chhen.

Khamay Jatra, a symbol of the Mahishasura demon, is celebrated at Bhaktapur on Maha Nawami. The historical Navadurga dancing goddesses of Bhaktapur are claimed to have appeared only after the Khamey tragedy. He was raised in Bhaktapur Municipality-9' Navadurga Dyo-Chhen. Along the way, the kids spri...

22/10/2023

The eighth day of Navaraat is considered as the day when Bhavani Mahalakshmi was created. Mata Mahalakshmi is called Bhoti Ajima in Nepalbhasa language. Mahalakshmi is worshiped for good luck, wealth and credit.

The eighth day of Navaraat is considered as the day when Bhavani Mahalakshmi was created. Mata Mahalakshmi is called Bhoti Ajima in Nepalbhasa language. Mahalakshmi is worshiped for good luck, wealth and credit. Goddess Mahalakshmi, the goddess of prosperity, visited the earth on the night of Kojagr...

21/10/2023

Goddess Mahakali is thought to have been produced on the seventh day of Navarat. In Nepalbhasa, Mahakali is known as Masan Ajima. Mahakali Ajima is a special illustration of female power.

Mahakali Goddness Mahakali is thought to have been produced on the seventh day of Navarat. In Nepalbhasa, Mahakali is known as Masan Ajima. Mahakali Ajima is a special illustration of female power. The powerful goddess Mahakali Ajima is connected to rebirth, emancipation, time, life, and all other f...

20/10/2023

Bhaktapur's Newar community gathers at the famed Indrayani Ajima Temple in Khauma on the Sixth day of Navaratri. The pilgrimage circuit for Navaratri comes to an end at this temple in the Northwest. It is a shrine to Goddess Indrayani, also called Indrani Ajima,

Bhaktapur's Newar community gathers at the famed Indrayani Ajima Temple in Khauma on the Sixth day of Navaratri. The pilgrimage circuit for Navaratri comes to an end at this temple in the Northwest. It is a shrine to Goddess Indrayani, also called Indrani, Indra's celestial consort. Head down the ro...

19/10/2023

Barahi Ajima is thought to have been created on the Fifth day of Nawaratri. "Yakati Ajima" is the Nepalbhasa name for Barahi Ajima.

Barahi Ajima is thought to have been created on the Fifth day of Nawaratri. "Yakati Ajima" is the Nepalbhasa name for Barahi Ajima. According to Astamatrika Mandala, which the Nawaraat (Nawaratri)tradition strives to venerate, is covered by the Barahi Temple on its western side of Bhaktapur City. Th...

18/10/2023

Yo:Sin Khel is located on the southern edge of Bhaktapur's central area. The Kaumari Temple, which is visited on the third day of Nawaraat (Nawaratri), is nearby and only a short distance away. A raised structure in the centre of the vast Yo:Sin Khel Square, where the Bhadrakali Ajima is located,

The Goddess Bhadrakali is honored on the Fourth day of Bhaktapur Nawaraat (Nawaratri). On this day, worshippers travel to Yosinkhel to the Bhadrakali Temple. Due to its significant significance in the celebration of the Biska Jatra (Biska Jatra) Festival, the place is significant to the Newar commun...

17/10/2023

The Maheshwori Temple, located in the southeast corner of the city's outskirts, is where pilgrims customarily complete Day Two of the Bhaktapur Nawaraat (Nawaratri).

The Maheshwori Temple, located in the southeast corner of the city's outskirts, is where pilgrims customarily complete Day Two of the Bhaktapur Nawaraat (Nawaratri). Despite being a small, rarely attended temple throughout the rest of the year, the Maheshwori Temple has a unique significance during....

17/10/2023

The Living Goddess Kumari, who is thought to be the current incarnation of the Goddess Taleju, should not be confused with the Goddess Kaumari.By taking the south path of Taumadhi Square, you can get to the Kaumari Temple.

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A pilgrimage to the Kaumari Temple is held on the third day of Bhaktapur Nawaraat (Nawaratri). The southernmost point of the sacred Mandala, which the Nawaraat (Nawaratri) pilgrimage is intended to honor, is marked by the temple of Kaumari Ajima. The Living Goddess Kumari, who is thought to be the c...