Nepal Holds a Day of Mourning After Floods Kill 1,300 The recent floods in Nepal have left an indelible mark on the nation's psyche, claiming over 1,300 lives.
The country is observing its national day of mourning, a tradition that serves as a poignant reminder of Nepal's strong spiritual underpinnings.
In Hindu dominated Nepal, the duration of mourning periods is often tied to specific numbers – in this case, 13 days.