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Devotees flock to Pashupatinath Temple on first Monday of Shrawan (In Pictures)

KATHMANDU, July 22: Thousands of devotees visited the Pashupatinath Temple today to mark the first Monday of Shrawan, the Nepali month dedicated to Lord Shiva.
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KATHMANDU, July 22: Thousands of devotees visited the Pashupatinath Temple today to mark the first Monday of Shrawan, the Nepali month dedicated to Lord Shiva.


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Monday is considered especially auspicious for Lord Shiva. On this day, married women fast for the longevity of their husbands, while unmarried girls fast with hopes of finding a good spouse.


Here are some images captured by Republica photojournalist Dipesh Darshanadhikari at the Pashupatinath Temple on this significant day:

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