Editorial photo #13324155 Religion and Belief

Maha Shivaratri Festival In Nepal

In Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 15, 2026, Nepalese Hindu devotees offer ritual prayers at the Pashupatinath Temple during the Maha Shivaratri festival. Thousands of worshippers gather at the revered shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, observing overnight vigils, lighting oil lamps, and performing religious rituals on one of the most significant festivals in the Hindu calendar. (Photo by Sanjit Pariyar/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #13324155
Date taken: 14 February 2026
Location: —
Photographer: Sanjit Pariyar/NurPhoto
Category: Religion and Belief

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