Mother's Day in Nepal
Mothers are the symbol of love, sacrifice, affection, and strength so we do have a day to remember and honor our mother Mata Tirtha Aunsi in the month of Baisakh.
This festival is also known as Nepali Mother’s Day celebrated to honor mother for her unconditional love and sacrifice. Amako mukh herne din is widely celebrated by Hindus all over the world. Generally, this festival falls in Baisakh – the first month of the Nepali calendar i.e. April of the Gregorian calendar.
Nepali Mother’s Day Date 2080
Mother’s Day in Nepal is on Baisakh 07, 2080 whereas it is on April 20, 2023. mata tirtha aunsi 2080
Where should I go to celebrate the Mata Tirtha Aunsi festival?
Every year on the new moon day of Baisakh, people visit Mata Tirtha, which is a famous pilgrimage site located in western Kathmandu. People visit Mata Tirtha during the festival to remember their deceased mother. They take a holy bath in the pond and offer tarpan and sida to a priest. There is a legend that people can see the face of their deceased mother in Mata Tirtha Pond on this day.
Legends behind Mother's Day in Nepal
According to the legends, a shepherd lost his mother and was so depressed. He went to Mata Tirtha pond and suddenly he saw his mother’s face in the water.
From that day on, this day was known as Mata Tirtha Aunsi, the Nepali Mother’s Day. People believe that coming to this place and worshiping on this day brings peace to the departed soul of their mother.
The Newar community celebrates the festival by giving Saga gifts to their mothers. They go to their mother’s house with the sweets and fruits to see their mother’s face.
We have a special tour package highlighting this auspicious festival, including Chandragiri Day Tour. Contact our tour expert for the cost and details of the tour package.
Conclusion
Mother's Day in Nepal, known as Mata Tirtha Aunsi, falls on Baisakh 07, 2080, corresponding to April 20, 2023. This festival celebrates the love and sacrifice of mothers, with people visiting the Mata Tirtha pilgrimage site in Kathmandu to remember deceased mothers. Legends tell of seeing mothers' faces in the sacred pond, adding to the reverence of the occasion. The Newar community celebrates by offering Saga gifts, while tour packages including the Chandragiri Day Tour, provide opportunities to experience this auspicious festival.
