Krishna Janmashtami puts children at the heart of its festival. Although it is a Hindu religious festival with important traditions and rituals, Krishna Janmashtami is also a festival of fun, mirth and frolic for kids.
Tihar, also known as Deepawali, is a five-day-long festival celebrated each year after the Dashain Festival, during the month of Kartik (usually in October – November). After Dashain, it is the second most important Hindu festival in Nepal.
In this guide, I share what you need to know to have a fun and memorable experience in Everest during the festival Mani Rimdu, plus our detailed Mani Rimdu Festival Trek itinerary.
Important Note: Due to the Covid-19 outbreak, all major 2020 gatherings have been suspended in Nepal. However, as the festival happens every year, you can keep reading this guide and start planning for your future (Post-Covid-19) Festival Trek in Everest, Nepal.