Nepal's Annual Kumari Puja Celebrates Living Goddess Tradition in Kathmandu
In Kathmandu, Nepal, hundreds of young girls dressed as the living goddess Kumari participated in the annual Kumari Puja at the UNESCO-listed Durbar Square. This centuries-old ritual, held at the Taleju Bhawani Temple during Dashain, blends Hinduism, Buddhism, and Tantrism and is believed to bring good fortune and health protection. The Kumari, a pre-pubescent Newar girl selected through a strict process, represents the goddess and lives under unique customs, including limited public appearances and never touching the ground outside her residence.
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thetribune broke this story on 24 Sept, 06:51 am. Other outlets followed.