Teej
- Name (English)
- Teej
- Type
- Festival
- Description
Teej
Teej (Haritalika Teej) is a major Hindu festival celebrated by women in the Nepalese month of Bhadra (August–September).
Key Facts
- Fasting: Women observe a strict 24-hour fast, with many abstaining from even water (Nirjala), praying for their husband's longevity and prosperity.
- Worship: Unmarried women fast to pray for a loving husband, worshipping Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
- Celebration: Women dress in vibrant red sarees, green glass beads (Pote), and traditional jewelry, gathering to dance and sing Teej folk songs.
- Dar Eating: The night before the fast, a grand feast known as Dar is prepared and eaten with family and friends.
- Religious Association
- Hindu
- Region / Province
- Nationwide (especially Hills and Kathmandu Valley)
- Cultural Significance
- Major women's festival involving rigorous fasting and worship of Shiva and Parvati