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Tihar (also known as Deepawali and Yamapanchak) is a five-day Hindu festival of Diwali celebrated in Nepal and the Indian regions of Sikkim and Gorkhaland (particularly the towns of Darjeeling and Kalimpong), which host a large number of ethnic Indian Gorkhas
12 November 2023. Frequency. Annual. Kukur Tihar (also called Narak Chaturdashi, Nepali: कुकुर तिहार) is an annual Hindu festival originating from Nepal which falls on the second day of the festival of Tihar (around October or November).
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Dec 15, 2020 · Tihar Festival, also known as Deepawali or Diwali in Nepal, is a five-day Hindu festival celebrated in Nepal. It is a time to honor the relationships among humans, animals, and nature, as well as the victory of good over evil.
- Kaag Tihar (Crow Tihar) The first day of Tihar is dedicated to the crow, considered a messenger of Yama, the god of death in Hindu mythology. People believe that offering food to crows on this day will protect their homes from negative energies and bad omens.
- Kukur Tihar (Dog Tihar) On the second day, dogs take centre stage. Dogs, known for their loyalty and companionship, are celebrated with great enthusiasm.
- Gai Tihar and Lakshmi Puja (Cow Tohar and Worship of Goddess Laxmi) The third day is a blend of two significant celebrations: Gai Tihar and Laxmi Puja.
- Goru Tihar and Govardhan Puja. The fourth day of Tihar is devoted to oxen, known as the backbone of farming in Nepal. These sturdy animals are worshipped with tika, garlands, and special meals as a token of appreciation for their invaluable support in agriculture.
Tihar is celebrated on the night of the new moon in the 8 th month of the Hindu calendar (the month of Kartik), which is considered to be the darkest night of the year. The (international) date changes every year because it is based on a lunar calendar, but it normally falls in mid-to-late October or November.
Tihar, Nepal's annual festival of light, hope and prosperity, is upon us. Members of Australia's Nepali-speaking community share how and why they will be celebrating. Published 10 October 2022 2:01pm
