Public Holiday
Nepal
Nepal
Maha Shivratri 2042
Tuesday 18 February 2042
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About
Held on the Chaturdashi of Krishna Paksha in Phalguna (Purnimanta), which is Magha in the Amanta calendar.
Significance
The great night of Lord Shiva.
How it is celebrated
- Fasting
- Night-long vigil and chanting
- Abhishek of the Shivling with milk, water and bel leaves