Kukur Tihar: Nepal’s celebration of loyalty and love for dogs
Summary
Nepal celebrates Kukur Tihar, honoring dogs with tika, garlands, and food as a symbol of loyalty, protection, and spiritual significance during the five-day Tihar festival.
Key Points
- Kukur Tihar is a Nepalese festival dedicated to dogs, celebrating their loyalty and spiritual significance.
- Dogs are adorned with tika and marigold garlands, and offered food as a gesture of respect and gratitude.
- The festival is rooted in Hindu mythology, linking dogs to Yama, the god of death, and the afterlife.
- Kukur Tihar encourages compassion, animal welfare awareness, and community bonding throughout Nepal.
