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The rich cultural
heritage of Nepal is best expressed in the many large and small
festivals that occur through out the year. Though the Nepalese
have diverse beliefs and ethnic backgrounds all unites in the
celebration of the year's major festivals. There are many kinds
of festivals some honour certain Hindu and Buddhist gods or
goddesses some recreate important events from an ancient
mythology and epic literature. Some herald the seasons or mark
important times in the agricultural calendar and others
propititate the minor that populate the spirit world of country.
Festivals as Dashain and Tihar are of national significance such
as Bisket or Red Machchhendranath Jatra belong to the traditions
of the old Valley towns and still others such as Mani Rimdu are
celebrated only in a particular country side community. It has
been said that "I Nepal-every other building is a temple and
every day is a festival." Whatever time one visits Nepal there
is certain to be a colourful and ewwarding festive experience
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