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Bagh Bhairav Jatra (photo feature)

KATHMANDU, Aug 17: Bagh Bhairav Jatra is celebrated on the first day of Bhadra in Kirtipur.
Photo: Sujan Shrestha
By Sujan Shrestha

KATHMANDU, Aug 17: Bagh Bhairav Jatra is celebrated on the first day of Bhadra in Kirtipur.


An idol of Bagh Bhairav, especially made for the festival, is carried through the streets with traditional bands, followed by devotees chanting religious hymns  and Lakhey dance.


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On the occasion of Bagh Bhairav Jatra devotees circumambulate Bagh Bhairav temple.


There is a myth has that one is blessed with success and good health if he/she makes round of the Bagh Bhairav  temple for 108 times on this very day.

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