A Nepalese woman apply garland of flower and vermillion powder to her dog during the KUKUR TIHAR or Dog worship day. According to Hindu tradition dogs are the messengers of Yamraj, the god of death. Dogs are worshipped to acknowledge their role in providing security and being humans best friend, on the most important Hindu festival Tihar that is also dedicated to the worship of the goddess of wealth Laxmi.

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