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Ultimate Guide to Nepali Patro & Calendar 2083
The Nepali Patro is more than just a date tracker; it is the spiritual and cultural heartbeat of Nepal. Based on the Bikram Sambat (BS) era, which is approximately 56.7 years ahead of the Gregorian calendar, our digital patro provides accurate conversions and festival updates for 2083 and beyond.
Bikram Sambat (BS) System
Founded by King Vikramaditya, the Bikram Sambat is the official calendar of Nepal. It follows a solar sidereal year and lunar months, making it uniquely attuned to the seasons of the Himalayas. Months like Baishakh, Dashain-heavy Ashwin, and Tihar-filled Kartik mark the major transitions in the Nepali year.
The Significance of Tithi
Every day in the Nepali calendar is assigned a Tithi (Lunar day). Tithis like Ekadashi, Purnima (Full Moon), and Amavasya (New Moon) dictate religious fasts and celebrations. Our API ensures real-time Tithi calculation based on precise sunrise timings in Kathmandu.
Major Festivals of Nepal
Never miss a celebration. Our calendar tracks national holidays and regional jatras across the country.
- Dashain (Bada Dashain)
- Tihar (Deepawali)
- Chhath Parva
- Buddha Jayanti
- Holi (Fagu Purnima)
- Maha Shivaratri
- Lhosar
- Eid al-Fitr
- Nepal Sambat New Year
FAQ: Nepali Calendar
When is Dashain 2083?
Dashain usually falls in the month of Ashwin (Sept/Oct). Check our live calendar for the exact Ghatasthapana and Vijaya Dashami dates.
What is Nepal Sambat?
Nepal Sambat is a unique lunar calendar used by the Newar community, starting from 879 AD to commemorate the clearing of all debts of the people of Nepal.
Related Reading
Converting between AD and BS dates involves complex astronomical data because of the variable month lengths in the Bikram Sambat calendar. Learn more about how the official calendar of Nepal works.
Read: Understanding the Bikram Sambat (BS) Calendar →