Pakyong, Aug. 25 -- Today, on the day of Bhadra Shukla Tritiya, Hindu Nepali women across the world are celebrating the Haritalika Teej festival. Married women observe this festival for the long life, good health, and eternal fortune of their husbands, while unmarried women fast without food and water in the hope of finding a good husband.

Crowds of Devotees at Shiva Temples This year, too, on the main day of Teej, a large crowd of female devotees has gathered since morning at Shiva temples. Dressed in red sarees, bangles, and jewelry, women are worshiping Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, singing hymns, and dancing at the temples. In the temple premises, women are sharing their joys and sorrows through songs, comforting each other, and ha...