Yomari Punhi
Yomari Punhi, also known as Yomari Purnima, is a significant Newar festival celebrated in the Kathmandu Valley of Nepal. It typically occurs on the full moon day (Purnima) of December and holds cultural and religious importance for the Newar community. Yomari Punhi marks the conclusion of the rice harvest season and is observed around mid to late December. This festival is specific to the Newar community, which has a rich cultural heritage and unique set of traditions. The primary highlight of Yomari Punhi is the preparation and consumption of yomari, a traditional Newari delicacy made from rice flour dough using newly harvested rice.