Click image to zoom
Bhai Tika Observed In Nepal
A Nepali Hindu receives a multi-colored tika on the forehead, marking the day of Bhaitika, the concluding day of Tihar, the five-day festival of lights, in Kathmandu, Nepal, on November 3, 2024. Also known as Yama Dwitiya, Bhai Tika is dedicated to honoring the bond between brothers and sisters, with sisters placing multi-colored tika on their brothers' foreheads, praying for their long life, health, and prosperity. During the ritual, brothers sit within a circle of mustard oil, symbolizing protection, as their sisters apply colorful tika and place garlands made of dubo (doob grass), marigold, and makhamali (globe amaranth flowers) around their necks. Sisters then offer special treats such as sweets, dry fruits, and sel--a traditional fried bread. In return, brothers also apply tika to their sisters' foreheads, giving them gifts and blessings. (Photo by Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto)
Photo Details
| Photo ID | #11736095 |
|---|---|
| Date Taken | |
| Location | N/A |
| Photographer | Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto |
| Category | Religion and Belief |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto |
Related Keywords
Nepali Hindu
multi-colored tika
Bhaitika
Tihar
festival of lights
Kathmandu
3rd November 2024
Yama Dwitiya
Bhai Tika
bond between brothers and sisters
long life
health
prosperity
ritual
circle of mustard oil
protection
colourful tika
garlands
dubo
doob grass
marigold
makhamali
globe amaranth flowers
special treats
sweets
dry fruits
sel
traditional fried bread
gifts
blessings
Subaas Shrestha
NurPhoto
forehead
sisters
brothers
apply tika
prayers
honouring.
2026 NurPhoto. All rights reserved.
This image is the property of NurPhoto and is protected under international copyright laws.
Similar Photos
View All
