Cultural event

Indra Jatra

इन्द्र जात्रा

Indra Jatra is a week-long Newar festival in Kathmandu, celebrated in Bhadra (August–September). It honours Indra, the god of rain, and marks the end of the monsoon.

Significance

The living goddess Kumari rides in a chariot procession through the streets of Kathmandu. The festival dates to the 10th century.

How it is celebrated

Chariot procession from Hanuman Dhoka. Lakhey masks dance in the streets. The president and dignitaries attend the main gathering at Basantapur.