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On the outskirts of Mohani Nakha, the most popular pastime is kite flying. Because of the beautiful weather and breezy circumstances, this is the best time of year to fly kites. Rooftops and open fields are packed with revelers, and sky-high dogfights in which kite fliers attempt to cut the opponent’s line with their own are closely observed. The kites are extremely maneuverable and are controlled by a spindle. To aid cut the opponent’s line, the line is covered with maja, a sticky paste combined with powdered glass.
The most widespread social belief about the kite-flying ritual is that kites carry a message to the gods asking them to stop raining for the year. It is also said to bring prosperity to the family, according to another myth. Flying kites is also thought to be a means of communicating with one’s forefathers and mothers.
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