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Naag Panchami 2026: History, significance, traditions and the worship of serpent deities
Naag Panchami, a Hindu festival dedicated to the worship and reverence of Naagas, or serpent deities, is being observed across Nepal today, on the fifth day of the bright fortnight of Shrawan. In the Nepali calendar, the festival falls on Bhadra 1, 2083, while the lunar tithi remains Shrawan Shukla Panchami. Naag Panchami holds an important place in Nepal’s religious and cultural traditions. The festival combines mythology, household worship, reverence for nature and long-standing beliefs about serpents as guardians associated with water, rainfall and the earth.
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Nepal in winter as a trekking destination: do people really trek during the cold months?
As Nepal moves closer to its winter trekking window, the Himalayas begin to transform into a quieter, sharper, and more dramatic version of themselves. While the main trekking rush peaks in autumn, December to February offers a different kind of experience: fewer crowds, crystal-clear skies, and snow-dusted landscapes that feel almost untouched. According to the Nepal Tourism Board, the most popular trekking seasons remain September–November and February–May, but trekking is possible year-round depending on route selection and preparation. Winter, however, brings colder temperatures, especially above 2,500–3,000 metres, where snowfall and freezing conditions are common.
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Nepal in winter as a trekking destination: do people really trek during the cold months?
As Nepal moves closer to its winter trekking window, the Himalayas begin to transform into a quieter, sharper, and more dramatic version of themselves. While the main trekking rush peaks in autumn, December to February offers a different kind of experience: fewer crowds, crystal-clear skies, and snow-dusted landscapes that feel almost untouched. According to the Nepal Tourism Board, the most popular trekking seasons remain September–November and February–May, but trekking is possible year-round depending on route selection and preparation. Winter, however, brings colder temperatures, especially above 2,500–3,000 metres, where snowfall and freezing conditions are common.