Tihar

Overview

Tihar is a major Nepali festival associated with lights, color, music, ritual worship, and household celebration.

Ritual structure

Different days recognize crows, dogs, cows, oxen, siblings, and household prosperity through ritual observances and offerings.

Urban and household role

Tihar changes the visual atmosphere of cities and villages through lights, rangoli, songs, gatherings, and decoration.

Nepal100 placement

This page connects with sel roti, Bhai Tika, Kathmandu Valley celebrations, Nepali diaspora identity, and festival foods.