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Nepal Festivals
Fagun Purnima also known as Holi is a festival marking the end of winter and coming of spring and summer. Back in the days when phones and the internet didn’t exist, a ling bamboo lingo decorated with clothes of various colors (Chir) is erected a few days before the day of the festival. This tradition is still continued in Basantapur Durbar Square.
Losar is one of the main festivals celebrated by the ethnic communities of Tamang, Sherpa, Gurung and Thakali. Losar means new year according to the unisolar calendar followed by the communities, it is also known as the Tibetan Calendar which follows the cycle of 12 years called Lohokor.
Every year during the full moon of Poush Shukla, devotees flock to the holy river of Shali Nadi in Sankhu to offer their prayers to Goddess Swasthani and God Madhav Narayan. Devotees fast for their family’s prosperity till the next full moon. During the month family members read the book of Swasthani.
Holi, the festival of colors, is celebrated with great enthusiasm all over the country, and it is a time when one forgets and forgives.
Panauti has an ancient history, and a culture that is rich and thriving. It’s close to Kathmandu, and a visit is sure to enrich you.
A festival that celebrates the victory of Nepali forces over the Indian British Army during the Anglo-Nepal War of 1814-1816.
Tihar is the most popular festival for many Nepalis, and this is because of the many fun activities that take place during all of its five days.
The weather is changing, and along with it, there’s a definite festive air around the country; yes, some of the country’s biggest festivals are here.
Six months later, the devastating earthquake is becoming a distant memory, and Nepalis are gearing up to bounce back strongly with renewed fervor
(2/2) In any culture, marriages are celebrated with much pomp and ceremony; a Nepali wedding, too, is an occasion that’s full of ritual and revelry, and yes, quite a bit of ostentation too.
(1/2) In any culture, marriages are celebrated with much pomp and ceremony; a Nepali wedding, too, is an occasion that’s full of ritual and revelry, and yes, quite a bit of ostentation too.
The Malla Period was the golden age for artistic endeavor in Kathmandu Valley, and dance flourished as well.
