Pahachare festival is underway in the Newar community - Kathmandu
On the occasion of Pahachare, it is believed that eight goddesses at different Shaktipiths (power centres) including Kankeshwori, Bhadrakaali and Mahankal are said to be activated through tantrik rites.
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Local Newars of Kathmandu celebrating 3 days long Pahachare festival at Thudikhel.
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- date:22 March 2012
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On the occasion of Pahachare, it is believed that eight goddesses at different Shaktipiths (power centres) including Kankeshwori, Bhadrakaali and Mahankal are said to be activated through tantrik rites.
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- id:1120595
- date:22 March 2012
- dimensions:10.02 x 6.66 in. (3008 x 2000 px)
- dpi:300dpi
- file size in memory:17.65 MB
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