Yomari Punhi festival celebrated (Photo Feature)

Yomari Punhi, celebrated during the full moon of December, is a significant festival for the Newar community in Nepal, marking the end of the rice harvest. This year, the festival falls on December 15, marking another year of auspicious and joyous celebration. 

The name "Yomari" combines two Newari words: "Yo," meaning "favorite," and "Mari," meaning "bread," reflecting its cherished status within the community.

During Yomari Punhi, families engage in various rituals, including offering yomaris to deities like Annapurna, the goddess of grains. Temples are visited for prayers, and neighborhoods come alive with children singing and collecting yomaris from homes—a tradition known as "Yomari Fonegu." The festival also features traditional dances and communal feasts, showcasing Newar attire and cultural heritage.