KATHMANDU, April 27: The sacred pilgrimage site site of Mata Tirtha south-west of the Capital City has come to life coinciding with Matatritha Aunsi - Mother’s Day - in Nepal. Thousands of people visit every year on this day to express their respect and love toward their mothers, both living and departed.
A special fair is traditionally held at Mata Tirtha, drawing devotees and visitors from near and afar to pay homage to their mothers.
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This festival is considered a day of devotion, respect and recognition of the mothers, who are considered greater than the priests and fathers in the religious scriptures, and a day to seek blessings from her.
