Lalitpur, March 18 -- Smeared in vermillion powder and covered in garlands, the "Kaji Saheb," the highest post awarded in the royal palace, toured around Nepal's ancient city of Lalitpur, marking the annual festival of Ghode Jatra.

The Ghode Jatra, translated as the festival of horses, features "Kaji Saheb" touring the ancient city between the temples with bystanders clapping and cheering. This is a tradition which has been preserved for ages in Lalitpur, observed specifically on Ghode Jatra or the festival of horses.

Speaking to ANI, Chandra Maharjan, member of the Walkhu Chibaha: Guthi, who has been organising the annual Ghode Jatra, said, "It is a festival that has been in observance since the Malla regime. During that time, there us...