Holi

Holi

Holi is a very colorful and playful festival. It is celebrated in the Kathmandu on one day, and in and tarai on the next day. People smear colored powders on their friends, relatives and family members, and throw colored water and water balloons. It’s important not to take any valuables out with you on this day, unless they are sealed in a plastic bag!

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