Dashain (Vijaya Dashami)
- Name (English)
- Dashain (Vijaya Dashami)
- Type
- Festival
- Description
Dashain
Dashain is Nepal's longest and most important festival, celebrated for 15 days in the month of Ashwin (September–October).
Key Facts
- Celebrates the victory of Goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasura.
- The most important days are Fulpati (7th), Maha Ashtami (8th), Maha Navami (9th), and Vijaya Dashami (10th).
- On Vijaya Dashami, elders give Tika (a mixture of yogurt, rice, and red color) and Jamara (sprouted barley) as blessings.
- People receive gifts, new clothes, and money; families reunite for feasts and celebrations.
- Religious Association
- Hindu
- Region / Province
- Nationwide
- Cultural Significance
- National festival; largest celebration in Nepal symbolising the triumph of good over evil