As per tradition, the Bhoto [vest] was displayed in presence of the head of state, and, ‘the living goddess’ Kumari and other senior government officials. The festival is celebrated both by Buddhists and Hindus of Newar community by carrying the chariot of the 'Rato Machhindranath'(as shown in picture), the deity of rain and water, to various places in the ancient town of Patan.
Traditionally, the chariot is towed through the streets of Patan by throngs of devotees for a month until it comes to Jawalakhel and concludes with the Bhoto Jatra. The chariot will be next taken to Bungmati of Lalitpur.
As per tradition, the Bhoto [vest] was displayed in presence of the head of state, and, ‘the living goddess’ Kumari and other senior government officials.
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Traditionally, the chariot is towed through the streets of Patan by throngs of devotees for a month until it comes to Jawalakhel and concludes with the Bhoto Jatra. The chariot will be next taken to Bungmati of Lalitpur.