KATHMANDU, Jan. 22: Today the Tamang community celebrated Sonam Lhosar in a grand manner. The Tamang community celebrated Sonam Lhosar in various places across the country including the capital Kathmandu. It is customary for the community to celebrate this festival on the day of Magh Shukla Pratipada of every New Year, the day after the new moon. Along with the Tamang living in different parts of the country, Hyolmo, Thakali, Jirel, Nesyangwa, Bhote, Dura, Lepcha, etc. have been celebrating this festival according to their own style and tradition.
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