"month-long procession"

#13555216

10 Apr 2026

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.

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#13555218

10 Apr 2026

A priest applies the first touches of clay to the idol of Rato Machhindranath 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, after which the coloring process will follow. Meanwhile, traditional craftsmen assemble the towering wooden chariot at Pulchowk, which will carry the deity through various neighborhoods during the month-long procession.

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#13555220

10 Apr 2026

A priest applies the first touches of clay to the idol of Rato Machhindranath 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, after which the coloring process will follow. Meanwhile, traditional craftsmen assemble the towering wooden chariot at Pulchowk, which will carry the deity through various neighborhoods during the month-long procession.

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#13555221

10 Apr 2026

The idol of Rato Machhindranath is seen after the first touches 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.

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10 Apr 2026

A priest applies the first touches of clay to the idol of Rato Machhindranath 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, after which the coloring process will follow. Meanwhile, traditional craftsmen assemble the towering wooden chariot at Pulchowk, which will carry the deity through various neighborhoods during the month-long procession.

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10 Apr 2026

The idol of Rato Machhindranath is seen after the first touches 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.

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#13555224

10 Apr 2026

A priest applies the first touches of clay to the idol of Rato Machhindranath 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, after which the coloring process will follow. Meanwhile, traditional craftsmen assemble the towering wooden chariot at Pulchowk, which will carry the deity through various neighborhoods during the month-long procession.

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10 Apr 2026

The idol of Rato Machhindranath is seen after the first touches 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.

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10 Apr 2026

A priest applies the first touches of clay to the idol of Rato Machhindranath 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, after which the coloring process will follow. Meanwhile, traditional craftsmen assemble the towering wooden chariot at Pulchowk, which will carry the deity through various neighborhoods during the month-long procession.

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#13255808

30 Jan 2026

A Nepali Hindu devotee undergoing the annual Madhav Narayan fast takes part in the procession of touring around the town of Thecho in Lalitpur, Nepal, on January 30, 2026. During the procession, which is also a part of the month-long Madhav Narayan festival, devotees tour around the city blowing conches and sprinkling sacred water on the bystanding devotees. The annual Madhav Narayan festival begins from the full moon of Poush, the ninth month in the Nepali calendar. The devotees remain on fast for the entire month and abide by strict disciplinary rules and regulations. The devotees roll on the ground as a part of the ritual.

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#13255813

30 Jan 2026

Nepali Hindu devotees undergo the annual Madhav Narayan fast and take part in the procession to tour around the town of Thecho in Lalitpur, Nepal, on January 30, 2026. During the procession, which is also part of the month-long Madhav Narayan festival, devotees tour around the city blowing conches and sprinkling sacred water on the bystanding devotees. The annual Madhav Narayan festival begins from the full moon of Poush, the ninth month in the Nepali calendar. The devotees remain on fast for the entire month and abide by strict disciplinary rules and regulations. The devotees roll on the ground as part of the ritual.

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#13255814

30 Jan 2026

A Nepali Hindu devotee undergoing the annual Madhav Narayan fast takes part in the procession to tour around the town of Thecho in Lalitpur, Nepal, on January 30, 2026. During the procession, which is also a part of the month-long Madhav Narayan festival, devotees tour around the city blowing conches and sprinkling sacred water on the bystanding devotees. The annual Madhav Narayan festival begins from the full moon of Poush, the ninth month in the Nepali calendar. The devotees remain on fast for the entire month and abide by strict disciplinary rules and regulations. The devotees roll on the ground as a part of the ritual.

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#13255815

30 Jan 2026

A Nepali Hindu devotee undergoing the annual Madhav Narayan fast takes part in the procession to tour around the town of Thecho in Lalitpur, Nepal, on January 30, 2026. During the procession, which is also a part of the month-long Madhav Narayan festival, devotees tour around the city blowing conches and sprinkling sacred water on the bystanding devotees. The annual Madhav Narayan festival begins from the full moon of Poush, the ninth month in the Nepali calendar. The devotees remain on fast for the entire month and abide by strict disciplinary rules and regulations. The devotees roll on the ground as a part of the ritual.

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#13255816

30 Jan 2026

A Nepali Hindu devotee undergoing the annual Madhav Narayan fast takes part in the procession of touring around the town carrying oil-fed lamps on their head, shoulder, and palms in Thecho, Lalitpur, Nepal, on January 30, 2026. During the procession, which is also a part of the month-long Madhav Narayan festival, devotees tour around the city blowing conches and sprinkling sacred water on the bystanding devotees. The annual Madhav Narayan festival begins from the full moon of Poush, the ninth month in the Nepali calendar. The devotees remain on fast for the entire month and have to abide by strict disciplinary rules and regulations. The devotees roll on the ground as a part of the ritual.

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#13255817

30 Jan 2026

A Nepali Hindu devotee undergoing the annual Madhav Narayan fast takes part in the procession of touring around the town carrying oil-fed lamps on their head, shoulder, and palms in Thecho, Lalitpur, Nepal, on January 30, 2026. During the procession, which is also a part of the month-long Madhav Narayan festival, devotees tour around the city blowing conches and sprinkling sacred water on the bystanding devotees. The annual Madhav Narayan festival begins from the full moon of Poush, the ninth month in the Nepali calendar. The devotees remain on fast for the entire month and have to abide by strict disciplinary rules and regulations. The devotees roll on the ground as a part of the ritual.

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#13255818

30 Jan 2026

Nepali Hindu devotees undergo the annual Madhav Narayan fast and take part in the procession of touring around the town of Thecho in Lalitpur, Nepal, on January 30, 2026. During the procession, which is also part of the month-long Madhav Narayan festival, devotees tour around the city blowing conches and sprinkling sacred water on the bystanding devotees. The annual Madhav Narayan festival begins from the full moon of Poush, the ninth month in the Nepali calendar. The devotees remain on fast for the entire month and abide by strict disciplinary rules and regulations. The devotees roll on the ground as part of the ritual.

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