A Tourists’ Guide to Celebrating Holi in Nepal
There is one Hindu festival I look forward to more than any other here in Nepal, Holi, or the Festival of Colors. Its history is interesting, but the experience is amazing. Although the Hindu epic that began this tradition was about the death of a demon and good triumphing over evil, like Easter’s original roots, it may be more about celebrating the birth of spring. I have to admit that it is much more fun than an Easter Egg hunt. Are you are the kind of person who will borrow a couple of children when the circus comes to town, county fairs, festivals and other ‘kid friendly’ activities? If so, plan your next visit to Nepal in late February or early March so you can celebrate Holi with us. Here is a list of things you will need to have or do: 1. An umbrella-to keep you from getting splashed from rooftops. 2. Old clothing or dark colored clothing to wear. The colors do come out, but not if it’s something light colored and delicate. 3. Old or cheap camera-There will be random, unc...