Basanta Panchami
Shree Panchami, Basanta panchami or Saraswati Pooja is one of the most important festivals in Nepal. Basanta Panchami is the day when winter ends and spring starts. Vasant Panchami falls in January-February (Magh - Fagun). We worship Goddess Saraswati in this day.

Goddess Saraswati is regarded as the goddess of knowledge. She is worshiped as the source of all intelligence and creativity. Her blessings are the source of innovation and knowledge . She is the creator of art, music, science and all education.
Saraswati is one of the greatest creation of Lord Bhrama. She is believed to be the most beautiful creation of Brahma.
या वीणावर दण्डमंडितकरा, या श्वेतपद्मासना ||
Saraswati is four handed Goddess seated on a white lotus wearing white sari. Her vehicle is a white Swan. She holds Veena, Book and a garland in her hands.