Nepal Celebrates Saur Sankranti Festival

Nepal is celebrating the Saur Sankranti festival today, marking the beginning of the solar month of Shrawan.

The festival is observed on the first day of Shrawan, when the sun enters the zodiac sign of Cancer, marking the beginning of the Dakshinayana period.

Traditional Practices

According to tradition, people take a bath and offer prayers to Lord Shiva, who is revered as the supreme deity during this month.

Women wear green attire and accessories, symbolizing their connection with nature.

The festival also marks the beginning of the monsoon season, and people worship Lord Shiva to seek his blessings for a good harvest.

Cultural Significance

The Saur Sankranti festival holds great cultural significance in Nepal, where it is celebrated with great fervor and enthusiasm.

People visit temples, especially those dedicated to Lord Shiva, to offer prayers and seek his blessings.

The festival is also associated with traditional practices, such as the worship of Kandarak, a mythical demon, and the use of medicinal plants to ward off skin diseases.

People also follow traditional customs, such as playing the conch shell, ringing bells, and closing doors to ward off evil spirits.