Festival of Colors: Holi Celebrated with Enthusiasm in Nepal's Hills and Mountains
Summary
Holi, the festival of colors, is celebrated with enthusiasm in Nepal's hilly and mountainous districts, symbolizing harmony, goodwill, and the victory of truth over falsehood.
Key Points
- Holi or Fagu Purnima is celebrated with colors and 'abir' in Nepal's hills and mountains today.
- The festival symbolizes the victory of truth over falsehood, rooted in the story of Holika and Prahlad from Treta Yuga.
- The Holi festival is culturally significant, especially among the younger generation, and coincides with the full moon of Falgun.
- Security measures are tightened in Kathmandu to prevent unruly behavior during the celebrations.
