Tihar is a religious Nepali festival which is celebrated for five days. Tihar comes soon after Dashain. Tihar is known as Swanti in Newar region of Nepal. Tihar and Swanti are regional variations of Hindu festival Diwali which is also celebrated for five days. Tihar is celebrated for 5 days.
In Newar region, Tihar is celebrated as Swanti. Swanti is five days festival of Nepal which is one of the year's greatest celebrations of the Newar.
A complete Dashain calendar is given including important festivals such as Ghatasthapana, Phulpati, Vijay Dashami, and Kojagrat Purnima. Dashain is a popular Nepali religious festival that is celebrated for fifteen days. It is the longest and most important festival in the Nepali calendar.
A location-based Nepali Calendar including all major and famous Nepali festivals is given. Most Nepali festivals are determined based on the positions of the Surya and the Chandra. Nepali festivals depend on geographical location and may vary between two cities.
A detailed traditional Nepali lunar-based calendar has been given. The calendar lists most Nepali festivals, fasts, holidays, and important days. The Nepali calendar is known as the Nepali Patro, through which Nepali festivals are determined.
A detailed list of all Hindu festivals and celebrations has been given. The dates and timings of Hindu festivals are determined based on the positions of Surya and Chandra, Nakshatra, and other astronomical factors. Through this list, the dates of important festivals can be identified.
