KATHMANDU: A grand Shovayattra (auspicious procession) was organized at the Pashupatinath Temple area today marking the eve of Maha Shivarattri.

The Pashupati Area Development Trust organized the procession. The procession featured a vibrant mix of domestic and foreign devotees including Sadhus and Saints. The procession also saw participation of samans.

The spiritual event, which covered almost all parts of the Pashupatinath Temple complex, drew a huge crowd, said the Trust.

Maha Shivarattri, a sacred festival dedicated to the Lord Shiva, will be celebrated tomorrow. The festival falls on 14th day of the waning moon in the Nepali month of Falgun (mid-February to mid-March) every year.

The Trust has made all necessary preparations to ensure smooth access for devotees visiting the Temple.