Mahanawami festival today

The ninth day of Dashain – the Mahanawami – is being observed throughout the country today.

Mahanawami marks the last day of Navaratri festival that begins with Ghatasthapana. For nine consecutive days, people worship Goddess Durga in their households, which culminates on the tenth day as Vijaya Dashami.

On the occasion of Mahanawami, tens of thousands of devotees throng at temples of the Goddess across the country.

The historic temple of Taleju located in Hanumandhoka is also opened on this day. This is the only day in whole year when the Temple of Taleju is opened for devotees.

On the day of Mahanawami, special Puja is offered to Kot (armory) and Jangi Nishan (insignia of armed forces) in the barracks of Nepalese Army.

People also offer sacrifices of animals to their vehicles on this day. nepalnews.com sd Oct 01 06

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