Chasu Punhi ,Bhaktapur Chandeshwori Jatra

Chandeshwori Jatra (Chasu Punhi) is unique in that it takes place on both the day before Baisakh Shukla Purnima and the day of Purnima at Chasukhel Bhaktapur. Goddness Chandeshwori is known in Newari as Chasu Dyo, and Chasu Punhi is the day when Chasu Dyo Jatra is held. The “Tipwa Jatra” is the previous day’s procession. Goddness Chandeshwori‘s idol is set on fire on this day. Those who witness this lonely march are moved to tears. According to Hindu tradition, another day is dedicated to sacrificial worship, also known as “Sacrifice Worship” (Bali-Puja). A beautiful procession known as “Chatamari Jatra” takes place after the sacrifice.

The Goddness Chandeshwori‘s Palanquins (Khat) processions  roams at Bhaktapur’s Tachapal, Lalachhen, and many other streets. After circling the streets, the chariot returns to the temple. As a result, this Jatra binds all persons in Bhaktapur, whether residents or non-residents. As a result, this Jatra is an auspicious and equally significant festival.

Banepa Jatra of Chandeshwori is well-known. The Goddness Chandeshwori Jatra in Banepa will not begin until the Bhaktapur Goddness Chandeshwori’s flowers and offerings have started.

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