Bhaktapur [Nepal], August 3 (ANI): Making an effigy of the demon deity Ghantakarna on the crossroads, setting it on fire and dragging it down to the river is part of the Gathemangal celebration in the ancient city of Bhaktapur.
Falling on Trayodashi (third day) of the month of Shrawan (July/August) which is also known as ‘Ghantakarna Chaturdasi’ is celebrated in memory of the mythical demon Ghantakarna’s death.
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Nepal celebrates Gathemangal festival commemorating demon deity Ghantakarna
