hinduism

Holi 2026 Nepal Revealed: Why Kathmandu Parties on March 2

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Nepal Holi 2026 Festival

Nepal Holi 2026 – 11 Days Tour Culture, Comfort & Adventure in Color Amazing Round Trip from March 1-11, 2026 • US$2,250 View Full Itinerary 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 … Read more

A Hindu Ritual, why do sadhus smear ash on their body?

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Sadhu with ash on his face

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 of life and the physical body. By wearing ash, sadhus … Read more