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The event occurs during the full moon every August and celebrates Shiva by emulating the sacred bathing. The pilgrims also change the threads on their wrists to red or yellow for protection. They also chant powerful Gayatri mantra.
Witch Doctors performing for Janai Purnima celebrations in Patan
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A sacred thread being tied around the wrist of a man for Janai Purnima festival in Patan
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