Nepal Worships Goddess Of Education Saraswati

Nepal Worships Goddess Of Education Saraswati

A man lights the butter lamp dedicated to the goddess Saraswati during the annual festival of Basanta Panchami, also known as Shree Panchami, which Hindus in Nepal celebrate with pomp and gaiety. The festival marks the start of the spring season and is a special day for students to pray for good grades and knowledge. (Photo by Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto)

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