Today, the Newar community is celebrating Yomari Punhi across Nepal. This festival marks the end of the rice harvest season and brings families together.
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The highlight of the day is Yomari, a sweet dumpling made from rice flour. It’s stuffed with chaku (molasses) and sesame seeds. Not only is it tasty, but it also keeps you warm in the cold. Yomari is also seen as a symbol of wealth and happiness.
From early morning, Newar women get busy making these treats. Families also worship their granaries, thanking nature for the harvest and praying for prosperity.
Fairs are held in places like Dhaneshwor, Anantalingeshwor, and Champadevi. The air is filled with laughter, delicious smells, and joy.
Yomari Punhi is more than a festival; it’s a day to enjoy sweet food and spend time with loved ones. Don’t miss out on this delicious tradition!
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