Bhaktapur, Aug. 21 -- Parading through the narrow alleys and dancing to the beats of traditional musical instruments, Dipankar Buddhas were seen celebrating the Panchadan festival on Wednesday in Bhaktapur, Nepal.

Observed annually on Triodashi, two days prior to Kushe Aunsi or Father's Day according to the lunar calendar, the Buddhist festival of Panchadan is marked by the ceremonial tour of Dipankar Buddha around the city.

"On the day of Panchadan, the five Buddhas are toured around the city of Bhaktapur where the devotees make offerings and perform rituals. The Dipankar Tathagat is paraded around the city. Along with him, the Shakyamuni and the Vajracharya are also given alms during the Panchadan, which has remained since long time,"...