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Swosthani Brata Ends In Nepal

Nepali Hindu devotees are taking a bath in the sacred Salinadi river, a religious site on the outskirts of the Nepali capital Kathmandu, on February 24, 2024, on the final day of Swosthani Brata Katha. They are observing a month-long ritual, the arduous Swosthani Brata Katha, which involves following a strict set of rules and is believed to lead to the fulfillment of wishes through devotion. (Photo by Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #11021032
Date taken: 24 February 2024
Location: —
Photographer: Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto
Category: Human Interest

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