Father’s Day Around The World Is Different Than You May Have Expected

Nepal Celebrates Uniquely

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A lot is going on in Nepal for Father’s Day. The day of celebration is known as Gokarna Aunsi. It takes place at the end of summer, in late August. Like most countries, the sons and daughters give their dad gifts. Then something else happens.

The kids take place in a ceremonial “eye contest” if you will. They look directly in the eyes of their fathers and also honor fathers who passed away. Lastly, sons honor their father by letting their dad’s touch their forehead with their feet.