Author: Nature Trail

Being home to more than 100 ethnic groups, there is always some festivals being celebrated in Nepal. Though it was Hindu kingdom in the past, there existed religious harmony among all the religious groups. How many festivals of Nepal do you know? There is always some festivals nearby in Nepal because of the diverse social and religious groups. Every group has their festivals and celebrations, and there is mass participation in every festival. The people of every religion take part in others festival being enthusiastic and happy for each other. Some of the festivals are celebrated nationally, while some festivals are specific to the particular community.  But each festival has its own historical and religious background in the Nepalese society. Travelling to Nepal during the festival seasons adds additional fun and enjoyment to your overall experience. Nepalese people invites tourists and visitors to participate in their festivals and makes them feel homely. Here we come with the list of top 10 festivals of Nepal celebrated by different ethnic and religious groups. Here are 10 best festivals of Nepal: 1. Dashain Dashain is the most important and premier festival in Nepal.  It is celebrated for 10 days, that has got its historical and religious background.  The festival occurs in summer-fall of the year. This festival is celebrated for the victory of Gods over Demons after Goddess Durga killed the demon king Maisasur. Dashain is celebrated in every part of the country.  The important days of the festival are the first, seventh, eighth, ninth and tenth day. Goddess Durga is worshipped with great enthusiasm, who represents bravery, cruelty and power over vices and a lot more.    The first day of Dashain is called Ghatasthapana which indicates starting off the festival. The ritual of animal sacrifices is done on the 8th day