Chandeshwori Jatra
.jpg) Chariot of Chandeshwori going to main city area | |
| Observed by | Nepalese Hindus and Buddhists |
| Type | Religious |
| Significance | Victory over demon Chandasur |
| Celebrations | Chariot procession on Baisakh purnima and the next day |
| Observances | Procession, Mata Puja, Kalan daan |
| Begins | Baisakh Purnima |
| Ends | The next day |
| Date | Baisakh Purnima |
| 2014 date | 14-15 May 2014 |
Chandeshwori Jatra(चण्डेश्वरी जात्रा) is considered as the biggest festival in Kavrepalanchowk district, Nepal. It is celebrated for three days.[1] It is the festival of Hindu goddess Chandeshwori or Parvati.
This festival is celebrated in the honor of the victory over the demon Chandasur on the first full moon day of the New Year’s festival in the country.[2]
See also
References
- ↑ "Images of Chandeshwori Jatra". Nepalisite.com. Retrieved 21 June 2014.
- ↑ "Chandeshwori Jatra". Naulouddan.wordpress.com. Retrieved 21 June 2014.
External links
- Peter Gill (24 May 2014). "Banepali Jatra". Ekantipur.com. Retrieved 21 June 2014.
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