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Nag Panchami or Snake Day Festival celebrated in Nepal

Rajit Nepal, 35 yrs old helps his son Aaragya Nepal, 5yrs old to rub his body after performing ritual holy bath during Nag Panchami or Snake Day Festival celebrated at Taudaha Lake, Kirtipur on August 7, 2016. On this day devotees perform traditional worship of snakes or serpents to ward evil spirits observed by Hindus throughout Nepal and India.Nag Panchami is the day in which Snakes are worshiped Nepal as well as in India and Hindu’s Countries. Nags means Snakes and Panchami means the fifth day after no-moon day. This festival is celebrated with faith and passions. On this day, devotees worshiping Lord Shiva, the holder of serpent, is considered auspicious. (Photo by Narayan Maharjan/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID	#1374929
Date Taken	7 August 2016
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Photographer	Narayan Maharjan/NurPhoto
Category	Human Interest
Copyright	© 2025 NurPhoto - Narayan Maharjan/NurPhoto

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