August / Septemberreligious Festival
Shree Krishna Janmashtami
श्रीकृष्ण जन्माष्टमी
About the Celebration
The celebration of the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar of Vishnu. Huge processions and devotional singing occur around Krishna Mandir in Patan Durbar Square.
Spiritual & Cultural Significance
Reminds devotees of Dharma, righteousness, and the philosophical wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita.
Key Rituals & Days
- Midnight fast until Krishna's birth hour
- Rocking beautifully adorned infant Krishna idols in cradles
- Recitation of the Bhagavad Gita and Raslila performances