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People of Newar community participate in celebration setting fire on the effigy of demon Ghantakarna during the Ghantakarna festival at Bhaktapur, Nepal, August 2, 2024. The Newar community of the Kathmandu Valley observe Ghantakarna, a festival to chase away evil spirits and usher in good fortune. People wear metal rings to safeguard against all ills and evil spirits.
Ghantakarna Festival celebration in Nepal, Bhaktapur, Bagmati - 02 Aug 2024