Nepal chooses a 2-year-old girl as new living goddess worshipped by both Hindus and Buddhists

KATMANDU: A two-year-old girl chosen as Nepal’s new living goddess was carried by family members from their home in an alley in Katmandu to a temple palace Tuesday during the country’s longest and most significant Hindu festival. Aryatara Shakya, at 2 years and 8 months, was chosen as the new Kumari or “virgin goddess,” replacing the incumbent who is considered by tradition to become a mere mortal upon reaching puberty. Living goddesses are worshipped by both Hindus and Buddhists.

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