Chhath festival celebrated with offerings to the setting sun [Photo Feature]
Summary
Devotees across Nepal celebrated the Chhath festival by offering ritual offerings to the setting sun, praying for well-being and prosperity. The festival culminates tomorrow with offerings to the rising sun, with celebrations prominent along rivers and ponds in Kathmandu and Lalitpur.
Key Points
- Devotees throughout Nepal celebrated Chhath by offering arghya to the setting sun.
- The festival honors family well-being, peace, prosperity, and health.
- Celebrations took place at decorated ghats in Kathmandu and along the Bagmati River in Lalitpur.
- Chhath rituals will conclude with offerings to the rising sun tomorrow.
