NEPAL, August 23, 2021 (Big News Network): In the middle of woods covered with mist and fog lies a pond dedicated to Lord Shiva which leads to Gosaikunda, one of the holiest sites for Hindus high in the Himalayas. Shamans beating their drums “Dhyangro” walk up and down to the temple on the auspicious occasion of Janai Purnima, also known as the festival of threads. Donning traditional religious attire, Shamans worship Lord Shiva, considered as the chief of Shamanism. As per various legends, Lord Shiva who has been worshipped in various forms was a Shaman and has been passing his legacy to various generations through time. Shamans consider the day of Janai Purnima as a day to offer a quarter of their yearly earnings to nature which would be returned with more blessings in coming years.
As the lake on the top hill of Kavrepalanchok District is considered the second sacred lake after Gosaikunda which is located at an elevation of 14,400 feet, Shamans and devotees throng the temple from early morning. “This temple is recognised as Gosaikunda. For years, a fair has been organised here on the day of Janai Purnima. People from various walks of life and those who wear threads around their body come here to pray, worship and change it,” Rameshwor KC, one of the devotees who thronged the temple told ANI. Considered as doctors of medieval and early ages Shamans are believed to possess the power to heal and treat patients of various localities.
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