Editorial photo #13649367 Religion and Belief
Buddha Purnima Observed In Nepal With Prayers
Nepali Buddhist devotees offer prayers to brass idols of Buddha at Swayambhunath Stupa in Kathmandu, Nepal, on May 1, 2026, during Buddha Purnima. Devotees mark the birth anniversary of Gautam Buddha, also known as the ''Light of Asia.'' The day commemorates his birth, enlightenment, and Mahaparinirvana, which, according to the lunar calendar, are observed on the same date. (Photo by Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto)
