Chandeshwori Jatra
Chandeshwori Jatra (चण्डेश्वरी जात्रा) is considered the largest festival in Kavrepalanchowk district, Nepal. It is celebrated for three days.[1] It is the festival of Hindu goddess Chandeshwori or Parvati.
.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 |
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. Archived from the original on 8 November 2014. Retrieved 21 June 2014.
- "Chandeshwori Jatra". Naulouddan.wordpress.com. Retrieved 21 June 2014.
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