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Holi never lands on the same date, an aspect that can confuse travelers and festival-goers. The reason lies in the Hindu calendar, which is a lunar calendar based on the cycles of the moon rather than the sun. Holi is celebrated on the full moon …
Only in Nepal can you experience Holi TWICE! In the hills (Kathmandu/Pokhara), Nepal Holi festival erupts on Falgun Purnima’s full moon. But in the Terai (southern plains like Janakpur), it explodes a day later—aligning with Indian traditions. Why? Nepal bridges Himalayan and Indian cultures, blending …
Beyond demon battles, Holi hides a divine love story. Lord Krishna—dark-skinned and envious of Radha’s fair complexion—playfully smeared colors on her face. This evolved into today’s joyous color fights! In Nepal, Vaishnavite communities honor Krishna’s romantic exploits through music, dance, and reenactments. But Holi is …
Holi, the exuberant festival of colors, is one of the most widely celebrated festivals in the Hindu calendar. Known as Fagu Purnima in Nepal, it marks spring’s arrival and new harvest beginnings. But few know its DARK origins… The most famous legend comes from the …
In Pashupatinath Temple in Kathmandu you can see sadhus (Hindu ascetics) smear sacred ash (vibhuti or bhasma) on their bodies as part of their spiritual practice. This tradition has deep religious and symbolic significance. Symbol of Renunciation & Detachment Ash (bhasma) represents the transient nature …