Krishna -Ashtami
Krishna-Ashtami (meaning “Krishna's eighth”) is the day to celebrate the birthday of Krishna in Nepal, the great Lord Krishna is one of the most adored of deities. the stories of his miraculous birth, fabulous childhood, unlimited sentiments and numerous deeds of valor have sunk profound into the imaginations and hearts of the people. this year it falls on the 25th of august.
one of the main public celebrations of this the festival is held at patan durbar square at Kathmandu. on this evening, women throng to cover the great temple of Krishna in patan and keep vigil through the glorious night of lord’s birth.
crowds of men and women edge their way slowly up narrow steps through the seated gods to the sanctuary's dull inside and along the second-floor balcony to where the main Krishna idol stands. they offer flowers, food, and coins while an old temple priest gives them a tika on the forehead as a blessing from Lord Krishna. the day of Krishna's birth is acclaimed by Nepalese people throughout the land.
Krishna-Ashtami (meaning “Krishna's eighth”) is the day to celebrate the birthday of Krishna in Nepal, the great Lord Krishna is one of the most adored of deities. the stories of his miraculous birth, fabulous childhood, unlimited sentiments and numerous deeds of valor have sunk profound into the imaginations and hearts of the people. this year it falls on the 25th of august.
one of the main public celebrations of this the festival is held at patan durbar square at Kathmandu. on this evening, women throng to cover the great temple of Krishna in patan and keep vigil through the glorious night of lord’s birth.
crowds of men and women edge their way slowly up narrow steps through the seated gods to the sanctuary's dull inside and along the second-floor balcony to where the main Krishna idol stands. they offer flowers, food, and coins while an old temple priest gives them a tika on the forehead as a blessing from Lord Krishna. the day of Krishna's birth is acclaimed by Nepalese people throughout the land.
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