Maghe Sankranti is a major Nepali festival celebrated all over Nepal. It is celebrated on the first day of the month of Magh (mid January). The day signifies the end of the Nepali month of Poush when all religious ceremonies are forbidden. On this day, the sun leaves its southernmost position and enters the northern hemisphere, and the days begin to grow longer and warmer. On this day people enjoy a hearty and delicious meal comprising of rice cooked with lentils (khichadi), yams, laddoo (sweets), ghee and sweet potatoes.
Devghat in Chitwan to take a dip in the confluence of the rivers Kali Gandaki and Trisuli. It is believed that doing this will free the devotees from sins. It is also believed that people who die on this day achieve Moksha, a release from the rebirth cycle.
Tharus, an ethnic group residing mainly in the southern plains, also celebrate this day as Maghi Festival – the first day of their annual calendar. A public holiday is given on this day.
Devghat in Chitwan to take a dip in the confluence of the rivers Kali Gandaki and Trisuli. It is believed that doing this will free the devotees from sins. It is also believed that people who die on this day achieve Moksha, a release from the rebirth cycle.
Tharus, an ethnic group residing mainly in the southern plains, also celebrate this day as Maghi Festival – the first day of their annual calendar. A public holiday is given on this day.
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