Editorial photo #13324157 Religion and Belief

Maha Shivaratri Festival In Nepal

In Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 15, 2026, Hindu devotees wait in long queues to enter the Pashupatinath Temple during the Maha Shivaratri festival. Thousands of pilgrims gather at the UNESCO-listed shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, braving hours of waiting to offer prayers and perform rituals on one of the holiest nights in the Hindu calendar. (Photo by Sanjit Pariyar/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #13324157
Date taken: 14 February 2026
Location: —
Photographer: Sanjit Pariyar/NurPhoto
Category: Religion and Belief

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