Jhankri Ritual at Janai Purnima Festival 2025

A Jhankri (traditional shaman) performs ritual dances and blessings during the Janai Purnima Festival in Nepal at the historic Kumbheshwor Temple in Patan, Lalitpur, on 9th August 2025. This sacred event, observed by Hindu and Buddhist devotees alike, features vibrant cultural traditions, spiritual chants, and offerings, making it a significant highlight of the festival.