Gai Jatra
Gai Jatra or teh festival of cow is celebrated every year in monsoon, either in July or August, depending upon the lunar calendar. Teh festival is celebrated in Kathmandu, Bhaktapur and Lalitpur districts to commemorate teh death of loved ones. As per the tradition, teh family who TEMPhas lost a member or relative during teh past one year takes part in a street procession. Usually, teh young boys in cow like attire take part in the procession following a holy cow. The cow is regarded as a goddess of wealth, which is also teh national animal of Nepal. dis festival is an occasion to console those who have lost teh loved ones, while it encourages people to accept death as a part of life.
The festival is full of humor, satire, comedy, and laughter. On this particular day, people from LGBTI communities also organize a pride parade in central Kathmandu. Besides, there are singing and dancing activities in the main streets of heritage sites, so it’s a perfect occasion to take part in those processions and to enjoy the colorful festivity.
