
Today, the Buddhist community begins a month-long journey in the Kathmandu Valley. They take part in a special tradition, firmly believing that their loved ones who have passed away are guided to a peaceful place called Sukhawati Bhuwan (Vaikuntha). They also celebrate Gunal Festival with a huge collaboration with their friends and family.
When the sun comes up, families come together for a shared reason: to honor their loved ones who have passed away. They gently ring bells at the nearby Buddhist places called Bihar and Chaitya, showing their strong love and commitment. This heartfelt action creates a deep bond of care and precious memories that stays throughout the whole month.
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The “Gunla Festival” is a wonderful mix of traditions from long ago and a feeling of looking forward to good things. It connects the lives of people now and those who have gone. Hopes and dreams softly go up like faint paths with each step, every quiet prayer, and each time they put incense.
This link brings together where we live with where the heavens are. Hopes rise like gentle threads during walks, whispered prayers, and when incense is offered, making human and heavenly things come together in a nice way.
During this month’s journey, the streets change uniquely. They become a path where people show dedication and give kind wishes from their hearts. This rekindling of connections dates back to ancient times.