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  • Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
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    Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
    The sacred Fulpati, comprising banana stalks, sugarcane, jamara, and flowers, is carried by priests from Gorkha en route to the Dashain Ghar at Hanuman Dhoka Durbar in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 29, 2025. The Fulpati represents prosperity and the blessings of Nava Durga and serves as the central offering on the seventh day of the Dashain festival. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
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    Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
    The sacred Fulpati, comprising banana stalks, sugarcane, jamara, and flowers, is carried by priests from Gorkha en route to the Dashain Ghar at Hanuman Dhoka Durbar in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 29, 2025. The Fulpati represents prosperity and the blessings of Nava Durga and serves as the central offering on the seventh day of the Dashain festival. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
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    Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
    Participants take part in the sacred Fulpati procession en route from Gorkha to the Dashain Ghar at Hanuman Dhoka Durbar in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 29, 2025. Participants accompany the traditional offerings, symbolizing prosperity and the blessings of Nava Durga, with ceremonial music adding to the festive atmosphere. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
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    Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
    The sacred Fulpati, comprising banana stalks, sugarcane, jamara, and flowers, is carried by priests from Gorkha en route to the Dashain Ghar at Hanuman Dhoka Durbar in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 29, 2025. The Fulpati represents prosperity and the blessings of Nava Durga and serves as the central offering on the seventh day of the Dashain festival. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
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    Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
    Participants, including priests, take part in the sacred Fulpati procession from Gorkha to the Dashain Ghar at Hanuman Dhoka Durbar in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 29, 2025. The procession carries traditional offerings of banana stalks, sugarcane, jamara, and flowers, symbolizing prosperity and divine blessings, while military and cultural performances underscore the festival's ceremonial significance. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
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    Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
    The sacred Fulpati, comprising banana stalks, sugarcane, jamara, and flowers, is carried by priests from Gorkha en route to the Dashain Ghar at Hanuman Dhoka Durbar in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 29, 2025. The Fulpati represents prosperity and the blessings of Nava Durga and serves as the central offering on the seventh day of the Dashain festival. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
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    Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
    Soldiers of the Nepal Army participate in the Fulpati procession as it makes its way from Gorkha to the Dashain Ghar at Hanuman Dhoka Durbar in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 29, 2025. Military personnel escort the sacred offerings, highlighting the state's ceremonial role in the festival. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
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    Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
    Soldiers of the Nepal Army participate in the Fulpati procession as it makes its way from Gorkha to the Dashain Ghar at Hanuman Dhoka Durbar in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 29, 2025. Military personnel escort the sacred offerings, highlighting the state's ceremonial role in the festival. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
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    Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
    Soldiers of the Nepal Army participate in the Fulpati procession as it makes its way from Gorkha to the Dashain Ghar at Hanuman Dhoka Durbar in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 29, 2025. Military personnel escort the sacred offerings, highlighting the state's ceremonial role in the festival. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
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    Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
    The sacred Fulpati, comprising banana stalks, sugarcane, jamara, and flowers, is carried by priests from Gorkha en route to the Dashain Ghar at Hanuman Dhoka Durbar in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 29, 2025. The Fulpati represents prosperity and the blessings of Nava Durga and serves as the central offering on the seventh day of the Dashain festival. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
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    Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
    The sacred Fulpati, comprising banana stalks, sugarcane, jamara, and flowers, is carried by priests from Gorkha en route to the Dashain Ghar at Hanuman Dhoka Durbar in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 29, 2025. The Fulpati represents prosperity and the blessings of Nava Durga and serves as the central offering on the seventh day of the Dashain festival. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
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    Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
    An army helicopter of the Nepal Army flies over Hanuman Dhoka Durbar in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 29, 2025, as part of the Fulpati celebrations. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
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    Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
    An army helicopter of the Nepal Army flies over Hanuman Dhoka Durbar in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 29, 2025, as part of the Fulpati celebrations. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
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    Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
    The sacred Fulpati, comprising banana stalks, sugarcane, jamara, and flowers, is carried by priests from Gorkha en route to the Dashain Ghar at Hanuman Dhoka Durbar in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 29, 2025. The Fulpati represents prosperity and the blessings of Nava Durga and serves as the central offering on the seventh day of the Dashain festival. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
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    Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
    The sacred Fulpati, comprising banana stalks, sugarcane, jamara, and flowers, is carried by priests from Gorkha en route to the Dashain Ghar at Hanuman Dhoka Durbar in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 29, 2025. The Fulpati represents prosperity and the blessings of Nava Durga and serves as the central offering on the seventh day of the Dashain festival. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
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    Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
    The sacred Fulpati, comprising banana stalks, sugarcane, jamara, and flowers, is carried by priests from Gorkha en route to the Dashain Ghar at Hanuman Dhoka Durbar in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 29, 2025. The Fulpati represents prosperity and the blessings of Nava Durga and serves as the central offering on the seventh day of the Dashain festival. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
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    Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
    The sacred Fulpati, comprising banana stalks, sugarcane, jamara, and flowers, is carried by priests from Gorkha en route to the Dashain Ghar at Hanuman Dhoka Durbar in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 29, 2025. The Fulpati represents prosperity and the blessings of Nava Durga and serves as the central offering on the seventh day of the Dashain festival. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
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    Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
    The sacred Fulpati, comprising banana stalks, sugarcane, jamara, and flowers, is carried by priests from Gorkha en route to the Dashain Ghar at Hanuman Dhoka Durbar in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 29, 2025. The Fulpati represents prosperity and the blessings of Nava Durga and serves as the central offering on the seventh day of the Dashain festival. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
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    Fulpati Celebration During Dashain Festival In Nepal
    The sacred Fulpati, comprising banana stalks, sugarcane, jamara, and flowers, is carried by priests from Gorkha en route to the Dashain Ghar at Hanuman Dhoka Durbar in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 29, 2025. The Fulpati represents prosperity and the blessings of Nava Durga and serves as the central offering on the seventh day of the Dashain festival. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
    Nepalese devotees pull and erect a ceremonial pole, Yonshi or Indra Dhwaj, at Hanuman Dhoka on the first day of the eight-day Indra Jatra festival in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 4, 2025. The Yonshi is cut from the Bhaktapur forest and is traditionally raised to commence the festival honoring Indra, the King of Heaven and Lord of Rains. The celebration, mainly observed by the Newar community, features mask dances such as Dee Pyakhan, Majipa Lakhey, Halchowk Akash Bhairab, Pulukishi, Mahakali Pyakhan, singing, and other religious rituals. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
    Nepalese devotees pull and erect a ceremonial pole, Yonshi or Indra Dhwaj, at Hanuman Dhoka on the first day of the eight-day Indra Jatra festival in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 4, 2025. The Yonshi is cut from the Bhaktapur forest and is traditionally raised to commence the festival honoring Indra, the King of Heaven and Lord of Rains. The celebration, mainly observed by the Newar community, features mask dances such as Dee Pyakhan, Majipa Lakhey, Halchowk Akash Bhairab, Pulukishi, Mahakali Pyakhan, singing, and other religious rituals. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
    Masked dancers perform the Dee Pyakhan ritual at Kathmandu Durbar Square in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 4, 2025, as a ceremonial pole, Yonshi or Indra Dhwaj, is erected for the eight-day Indra Jatra festival honoring Indra, the King of Heaven and Lord of Rains. The Yonshi, ceremonially cut from the Bhaktapur forest, marks the start of the festival. Indra Jatra is observed by the Newar community following Hindu and Buddhist traditions and features mask dances including Majipa Lakhey, Halchowk Akash Bhairab, Pulukishi, Mahakali Pyakhan, as well as singing and other rituals. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
    Masked dancers perform the Dee Pyakhan ritual at Kathmandu Durbar Square in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 4, 2025, as a ceremonial pole, Yonshi or Indra Dhwaj, is erected for the eight-day Indra Jatra festival honoring Indra, the King of Heaven and Lord of Rains. The Yonshi, ceremonially cut from the Bhaktapur forest, marks the start of the festival. Indra Jatra is observed by the Newar community following Hindu and Buddhist traditions and features mask dances including Majipa Lakhey, Halchowk Akash Bhairab, Pulukishi, Mahakali Pyakhan, as well as singing and other rituals. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
    Masked dancers perform the Dee Pyakhan ritual at Kathmandu Durbar Square in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 4, 2025, as a ceremonial pole, Yonshi or Indra Dhwaj, is erected for the eight-day Indra Jatra festival honoring Indra, the King of Heaven and Lord of Rains. The Yonshi, ceremonially cut from the Bhaktapur forest, marks the start of the festival. Indra Jatra is observed by the Newar community following Hindu and Buddhist traditions and features mask dances including Majipa Lakhey, Halchowk Akash Bhairab, Pulukishi, Mahakali Pyakhan, as well as singing and other rituals. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
    Nepalese devotees pay homage and circumambulate the ceremonial pole, Yonshi or Indra Dhwaj, while performing with traditional instruments on the first day of the eight-day Indra Jatra festival in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 4, 2025. The festival honors Indra, the King of Heaven and Lord of Rains, beginning with the raising of the ceremonial pole at Hanuman Dhoka. The Yonshi is ceremonially cut from the forest in Bhaktapur for this ritual. Indra Jatra includes mask dances such as Dee Pyakhan, Majipa Lakhey, Halchowk Akash Bhairab, Pulukishi, Mahakali Pyakhan, singing, and other devotional rituals, and is mainly observed by the Newar community following both Hindu and Buddhist traditions. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
    A soldier of the Gurju Paltan pays homage and circumambulates the ceremonial Yonshi pole while playing a traditional instrument in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 4, 2025, during the first day of the eight-day Indra Jatra festival. The Yonshi, ceremonially cut from the forest in Bhaktapur, is central to the festival honoring Indra, the King of Heaven and Lord of Rains. The celebrations feature mask dances including Dee Pyakhan, Majipa Lakhey, Halchowk Akash Bhairab, Pulukishi, Mahakali Pyakhan, singing, and other rituals, observed primarily by the Newar community following both Hindu and Buddhist traditions. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
    Masked dancers perform the Dee Pyakhan ritual at Kathmandu Durbar Square in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 4, 2025, as a ceremonial pole, Yonshi or Indra Dhwaj, is erected for the eight-day Indra Jatra festival honoring Indra, the King of Heaven and Lord of Rains. The Yonshi, ceremonially cut from the Bhaktapur forest, marks the start of the festival. Indra Jatra is observed by the Newar community following Hindu and Buddhist traditions and features mask dances including Majipa Lakhey, Halchowk Akash Bhairab, Pulukishi, Mahakali Pyakhan, as well as singing and other rituals. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
    Masked dancers perform the Dee Pyakhan ritual at Kathmandu Durbar Square in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 4, 2025, as a ceremonial pole, Yonshi or Indra Dhwaj, is erected for the eight-day Indra Jatra festival honoring Indra, the King of Heaven and Lord of Rains. The Yonshi, ceremonially cut from the Bhaktapur forest, marks the start of the festival. Indra Jatra is observed by the Newar community following Hindu and Buddhist traditions and features mask dances including Majipa Lakhey, Halchowk Akash Bhairab, Pulukishi, Mahakali Pyakhan, as well as singing and other rituals. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
    Masked dancers perform the Dee Pyakhan ritual at Kathmandu Durbar Square in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 4, 2025, as a ceremonial pole, Yonshi or Indra Dhwaj, is erected for the eight-day Indra Jatra festival honoring Indra, the King of Heaven and Lord of Rains. The Yonshi, ceremonially cut from the Bhaktapur forest, marks the start of the festival. Indra Jatra is observed by the Newar community following Hindu and Buddhist traditions and features mask dances including Majipa Lakhey, Halchowk Akash Bhairab, Pulukishi, Mahakali Pyakhan, as well as singing and other rituals. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
    Masked dancers perform the Dee Pyakhan ritual at Kathmandu Durbar Square in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 4, 2025, as a ceremonial pole, Yonshi or Indra Dhwaj, is erected for the eight-day Indra Jatra festival honoring Indra, the King of Heaven and Lord of Rains. The Yonshi, ceremonially cut from the Bhaktapur forest, marks the start of the festival. Indra Jatra is observed by the Newar community following Hindu and Buddhist traditions and features mask dances including Majipa Lakhey, Halchowk Akash Bhairab, Pulukishi, Mahakali Pyakhan, as well as singing and other rituals. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
    Soldiers of the Nepal Army pay homage and circumambulate the ceremonial pole, Yonshi or Indra Dhwaj, while playing the trumpet on the first day of the eight-day Indra Jatra festival in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 4, 2025. The festival begins with the raising of the Yonshi at Hanuman Dhoka and honors Indra, the King of Heaven and Lord of Rains. The Yonshi is ceremonially cut from the Bhaktapur forest for the ritual. Indra Jatra features mask dances such as Dee Pyakhan, Majipa Lakhey, Halchowk Akash Bhairab, Pulukishi, Mahakali Pyakhan, singing, and other ritual performances, and is primarily observed by the Newar community following both Hindu and Buddhist traditions. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
    Soldiers of the Gurju Paltan pay homage and circumambulate the ceremonial Yonshi pole while playing the flute in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 4, 2025, during the first day of the eight-day Indra Jatra festival. The Yonshi, ceremonially cut from Bhaktapur forest, is central to the festival honoring Indra, the King of Heaven and Lord of Rains. The event features mask dances including Dee Pyakhan, Majipa Lakhey, Halchowk Akash Bhairab, Pulukishi, Mahakali Pyakhan, singing, and other rituals, observed primarily by the Newar community following Hindu and Buddhist traditions. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Indra Jatra Festival Starts In Kathmandu, Nepal
    A Nepal Army soldier pays homage and circumambulates the ceremonial pole, Yonshi or Indra Dhwaj, while playing the trumpet on the first day of the eight-day Indra Jatra festival in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 4, 2025. The festival begins with the raising of the Yonshi at Hanuman Dhoka and honors Indra, the King of Heaven and Lord of Rains. The Yonshi is ceremonially cut from the Bhaktapur forest for the ritual. Indra Jatra features mask dances such as Dee Pyakhan, Majipa Lakhey, Halchowk Akash Bhairab, Pulukishi, Mahakali Pyakhan, singing, and other ritual performances, and is primarily observed by the Newar community following both Hindu and Buddhist traditions. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
    A Khwapa (mask) of Majipa Lakhey, one of the principal dances of the Indra Jatra festival, is seen in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 2, 2025, ahead of the festival. Majipa Lakhey, also called Shanta Bhairab, is a guardian deity in Newar culture and features prominently in traditional performances during the celebrations. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
    The chariot of the Living Goddess Kumari is seen during the preparations ahead of the Indra Jatra festival in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 2, 2025. Revered as a central figure, the Kumari is carried in this chariot during the annual procession, which is a key highlight of the celebrations. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
    The chariot of the Living God Bhairab is seen during the preparations ahead of the Indra Jatra festival in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 2, 2025. Bhairab, a powerful deity in Newar culture, symbolizes protection and strength, and his procession is one of the festival's main highlights. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
    The chariot of the Living God Ganesh is seen during the preparations ahead of the Indra Jatra festival in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 2, 2025. Ganesh is revered as one of the principal deities whose presence brings blessings and protection during the celebrations. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
    The chariot of the Living Goddess Kumari is seen during the preparations ahead of the Indra Jatra festival in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 2, 2025. Revered as a central figure, the Kumari is carried in this chariot during the annual procession, which is a key highlight of the celebrations. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
    The chariot of the Living God Ganesh is seen during the preparations ahead of the Indra Jatra festival in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 2, 2025. Ganesh is revered as one of the principal deities whose presence brings blessings and protection during the celebrations. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
    A Khwapa (mask) of Majipa Lakhey, one of the principal dances of the Indra Jatra festival, is seen in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 2, 2025, ahead of the festival. Majipa Lakhey, also called Shanta Bhairab, is a guardian deity in Newar culture and features prominently in traditional performances during the celebrations. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
    The chariots of the Living Gods Ganesh (L) and Bhairab are seen during the preparations ahead of the Indra Jatra festival in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 2, 2025. Ganesh represents blessings, while Bhairab embodies protection and strength, and their processions through the city are central highlights of the celebrations. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
    A Khwapa (mask) of Majipa Lakhey, one of the principal dances of the Indra Jatra festival, is seen in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 2, 2025, ahead of the festival. Majipa Lakhey, also called Shanta Bhairab, is a guardian deity in Newar culture and features prominently in traditional performances during the celebrations. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
    A Khwapa (mask) of Majipa Lakhey, one of the principal dances of the Indra Jatra festival, is seen in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 2, 2025, ahead of the festival. Majipa Lakhey, also called Shanta Bhairab, is a guardian deity in Newar culture and features prominently in traditional performances during the celebrations. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
    A Khwapa (mask) of Majipa Lakhey, one of the principal dances of the Indra Jatra festival, is seen in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 2, 2025, ahead of the festival. Majipa Lakhey, also called Shanta Bhairab, is a guardian deity in Newar culture and features prominently in traditional performances during the celebrations. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
    A person poses in front of the chariot of the Living Goddess Kumari in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 2, 2025, ahead of the Indra Jatra festival. The Kumari's chariot is prepared for the annual celebrations, and the procession through Kathmandu's streets is a central highlight of the festival. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
    Workers replace the red sacred cloth decorations on a temple at Basantapur Durbar Square in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 2, 2025, as part of the traditional preparations for the Indra Jatra festival. The annual celebrations feature processions, rituals, and cultural performances. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

     

  • Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
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    Preparations For Indra Jatra 2025 In Kathmandu, Nepal
    A Khwapa (mask) of Majipa Lakhey, one of the principal dances of the Indra Jatra festival, is seen in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 2, 2025, ahead of the festival. Majipa Lakhey, also called Shanta Bhairab, is a guardian deity in Newar culture and features prominently in traditional performances during the celebrations. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)