Dashain and Tihar

Dashain and Tihar are Nepal's two most important and well-known festivals. Dashain is a Hindu mythology festival of Goddess Durga's victory over the demon Mahishasura, whereas Tihar is a Hindu mythology celebration of lights and color dedicated to Goddess Laxmi, the god of wealth and prosperity. Despite the fact that these holidays are associated with a certain faith, their symbolic significance is firmly embedded in Nepalese culture. People of all ethnicities celebrate Dashain and Tihar with equal enthusiasm and excitement, regardless of their religious beliefs. The two festivals take place in the autumn season and are considered the longest festival holidays in the world.

Dashain is a 15-day festival in Nepal where people spend time with their families, eat delicious dishes, and receive tika and blessings from the old. After two weeks of Dashain, Tihar, the festival of lights and flowers, arrives. Tihar is a five-day event in which Nepalese people honor dogs for their devotion by showering them with garlands and delicious food. Furthermore, Bhaitika, the last day of Tihar, honors the bond between a brother and a sister.