Indra Jatra- Worship for good harvest
Right after the Gai Jatra, different communities of Nepal celebrate Indra Jatra, which is one of the most popular and fun Nepal festivals in 2023. Also known as Yenya festival, the Indra Jatra is primarily to pray for good harvest in the coming years. Every Nepali household display images and sculptures of Akash Bhairab and family member consume raksi, the traditional Nepali liquor. Indra Jatra is known for masked dances of demon, devils, and display of images of gods and goddesses. Sawa Bhakku, Majipa Lakhey and Devi Pykhan are various forms of demon masked dance seen during Indra Jatra. However, Indra Jatra is followed by Kumari Jatra where the unmarried little girls, considered as living goddesses are driven in chariots through the streets.
Key attractions: Flagpole ceremony and display of Bhairava’s mask and Pulu kisi or elephant mask dance.
Date: 28th September 2023
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