Shot of the week: Tihar preparations in full swing
Summary
Vendors in Bhaktapur are harvesting velvet flowers for Tihar, as sisters prepare to offer garlands to brothers during Bhai Tika, symbolizing long life and prosperity.
Key Points
- Vendors in the Gundu area of Bhaktapur have started harvesting velvet flowers for Tihar.
- The velvet flower garlands are offered by sisters to brothers on Bhai Tika day.
- The garlands, made from velvet flowers, are believed to never wither.
- Wearing the garlands symbolizes long life and prosperity for brothers.
