Bhaktapur Gaijatra ( saparu ) 2081 ✌️✌️

Gaijatra (Locally named as "Saparu") is a unique carnival rejoicedin Bhaktapur valley by Newari people. On this day people Commemorate all those who passed away during the years. The family and relatives go for procession round the city with a cowor the one decorated like a cow (Locally known as "Snacha"). Thebelief is that the departed soul will be successful in his journey todivinity with the help of holy cow - thus emancipating from the Samsara.

The strange part of the festival is that it teaches people to acceptdeath with gratitude.

The festival was initiated by a Malla king in order to solace his wife who had been in a deep mourning and agony after the death of their son.

Gai Jatra is celebrated with traditional dance and music ( Locallytermed as "Ghentang Gisi"). People participate in the processions.They have fun disguising in hilarious attire and mimicry. They alsotake it an opportunity to satire existing evil parts of the society.The different sarcastic gestures of the festival keeps the peopleamused for nine consecutive days.


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