Editorial photo #13555216 Religion and Belief

Rato Machhindranath Idol Painting Begins In Lalitpur, Nepal

A devotee observes the idol of Rato Machhindranath after the first application of clay at Tabahal Machhindranath Temple in Lalitpur, Nepal, on April 10, 2026, as preparations for the annual Rato Machhindranath Jatra continue. The clay application marks the initial phase of idol preparation, followed by the coloring process, while craftsmen continue assembling the wooden chariot at Pulchowk for the month-long procession. (Photo by Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #13555216
Date taken: 10 April 2026
Location: —
Photographer: Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto
Category: Religion and Belief

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One Person Part Of Rato Machhindranath idol clay Tabahal Machhindranath Temple Lalitpur Nepal April 10 2026 annual Jatra preparations coloring process craftsmen wooden chariot Pulchowk month-long procession devotee first touches clay application initial phase temple festival celebration tradition cultural event assembly procession photo Safal Prakash Shrestha NurPhoto religious ritual heritage.