Seto Machhendranath Rath Jatra
Old city Kathmandu (Basantapur)
Seto Machhindranath Jatra is one of the major festivals of Kathmandu Valley. It is a sacred chariot festival dedicated to Seto Machhindranath (Arya Avalokiteshvara), a deity worshipped by both Hindus and Buddhists.
- Where
- Old city Kathmandu (Basantapur)
- Lasts
- 1 day
- Usually held
- January
About Seto Machhendranath Rath Jatra
The festival is celebrated with a grand procession in which a large wooden chariot carrying the deity is pulled through the historic streets of Kathmandu. The festival takes place annually during Chaitra Shukla Ashtami through Chaitra Shukla Purnima, according to the lunar calendar.
Seto Machhendranath Rath Jatra dates
| Year | Dates | Days | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 16 Jan | 1 | Confirmed |
Dates follow the lunar calendar and are set by the monastery or local community, usually a year ahead. We re-check them with our local office each season.