religiousHindu
Chhath
About
Chhath
An ancient Hindu festival dedicated to the sun god Surya, observed with extraordinary devotion primarily in the Terai region. Devotees stand in water for hours at sunrise and sunset, offering water to the sun.
Details
Festival Information
Month
October – November (Kartik, six days after Tihar)
Duration
4 days
Location
Terai region; major celebrations in Janakpur, Biratnagar, and along the Bagmati River in Kathmandu
Type
Religious
Significance
Cultural Significance
Chhath is one of the few continuously observed Vedic festivals, with rituals mentioned in the Rigveda.
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