These pictures were taken during Maha Shivaratri in Pashupatinath on March 6th, 2008. "Maha Shivratri or Shivaratri (Night of Shiva) is a Hindu festival celebrated every year on the 13th night/14th day in the Krishna Paksha of the month Maagha (as per Shalivahana) or Phalguna (as per Vikrama) in the Hindu Calendar. The most significant practices on this day are offerings of Bael (Bilva) leaves to the Lord Shiva, fasting and all night long vigil."(wiki) Many hindus celebrate in Nepal by visiting to Pashupatinath temple worshipping Lord Shiva. Many people also consume "bhang" which is belived to be Lord Shiva's favorite drink.
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Photos: Sachit Khadka and edited by Sareign Khadgi. |
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