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While walking down the narrow allies of Newar dwellings, you might hear the phrase, Bhimsen maharaj ki jaya (Cheers to Lord Bhimsen). His name is invoked by his patrons while lifting heavy weights or before a trading venture. Worshipped by both Hindus and Buddhists, he holds a special place in the pantheon of Newar deities.
The Newar pantheon features a multitude of deities. It is a diverse array of gods and goddesses of both Hinduism and Buddhism. Amongst them is Lord Bhimsen, worshipped by the households with the occupation of trade and commerce. Revered as the god of wealth and physical strength, he also has a festival known as Bhimsen Jatra. How he entered our pantheon is foretold by a legend, something that I, like other Newars, grew up with as a classic bedtime story.
The mouthwatering delicacy known as Yomari is a staple in Newari households. Traditionally prepared during the Newar month of Thinla, which coincides with the Gregorian period of December, the treat is a homage first presented to the deity Annapurna Devi. It is prepared in a similar shape in most Newar households but in a peculiar manner in the community of Pucho.
Amongst the various deities of the Kathmandu Valley, Karunamaya holds the highest rank. He is known by multiple names such as Bunga Dyo (God of Bunga), Aryavalokitshwor Padmapani and Rato Matsyendranath. He is revered by citizens of both the Hindu and Buddhist faith. One of the most elaborate chariot festivals in the world happens annually in his honour.
Bibah Panchami, the day that marks the marriage of Lord Ram and Goddess Sita, is a beautiful festival of the Mithila Culture hosted every year in Janakpur, the Mithila capital. On this day, a week-long reenactment of the marriage is done with grand celebrations of the deed that frameworks the ancient Mithila culture and its history.
The festive flair in Nepal never dies. The diversity of various ethnicities and their traditions go on throughout the year. Amongst such festivities, Chhath is the largest festival in the Madhesh community. The celebrations last for a total of four days. During which, devotees worship the sun god and various other deities and pray for prosperity and longevity.
The Nepalese people have always been praised for their strength, hospitality and profound culture. With the introduction of tourism into this country, the people never failed to share these aspects with the world. Now that we are open after a grueling period of almost two years, we are all set and ready to give you a lifetime experience.
Ever since Nepal opened its doors to the outside travelers, it became a beacon to escape the world. The journey for the tourism industry has been turbulent, but nothing was as surprising as the pandemic. Now that the old and the new have fused to create a contemporary normal, it's time to revisit Nepal and once again escape into serenity.
