Celebrating Other Spirituality 365 Days A Year – Rain Festival

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Celebrating Other Spirituality 365 Days A Year – Rain Festival

 

April 17th

Rain Festival

Held in Nepal, this annual religious festival of the Chariot of the Rain God pays homage to Machendrana, the powerful Indian God of Rain. The festival lasts for eight weeks during which prayers and offerings ensure the God’s protection for the region–and especially the temples.