Kathmandu Metropolitan City Announces Revival of Historic Samyak Mahadan
Summary
Kathmandu Metropolitan City has announced the revival of the historic Samyak Mahadan in Swayambhu Bhuikhhel on January 15, bringing back the rare Buddhist donation festival after 22 years. Acting mayor Sunita Dangol said the event will help the new generation experience and preserve intangible heritage.
Key Points
- Kathmandu Metropolitan City will revive the historic Samyak Mahadan in Swayambhu Bhuikhhel on January 15, after a gap of 22 years.
- Acting mayor Sunita Dangol said the festival is being organized to help the younger generation experience ancient cultural traditions and intangible heritage.
- The 301-member main ceremony committee is being led by Prof. Dr. Nareshman Bajracharya as convenor.
- Samyak Mahadan is regarded as a rare and important Buddhist donation festival involving offerings to Dipankara Buddha statues and members of the Buddhist Sangha.
