Goddess shrines across country draw devotees on ninth day of Bada Dashain
Summary
Devotees have thronged Goddess shrines and temples across Nepal on Maha Ashtami, the ninth day of Bada Dashain, with major sites in the Kathmandu Valley and other districts seeing heavy crowds. The festival date has extended for a second consecutive day, drawing prayers and rituals at Shakti shrines dedicated to Goddess Durga and other goddesses.
Key Points
- Devotees visited Goddess shrines and temples across the country to observe Maha Ashtami, the ninth day of Bada Dashain.
- The lunar calendar has extended the festival date, so Maha Ashtami is being observed for a second consecutive day.
- Major shrines in the Kathmandu Valley and across Nepal, including Guheshwari, Dakshinkali, Manakamana and Pathibhara, saw large crowds.
- Worshippers believe prayers at Shakti shrines during this period help fulfil their wishes.
