In Pictures: Matatirtha Aunsi

Devotees collect holy water from stone taps in memory of their deceased mothers on Mother's Day at Matatirtha pond, a pilgrimage site in Kathmandu, on Saturday, May 4, 2019. It is believed that those who take a holy dip in remembrance of their deceased mothers at Matatirtha helps his/her mother reach salvation and bring prosperity to the family.
Devotees collect holy water from stone taps in memory of their deceased mothers on Mother's Day at Matatirtha pond, a pilgrimage site in Kathmandu, on Saturday, May 4, 2019. It is believed that those who take a holy dip in remembrance of their deceased mothers at Matatirtha helps his/her mother reach salvation and bring prosperity to the family.