Millions of people in South Asia are celebrating Holi, the Hindu festival of colors, by smearing each other with brightly ...

Holi celebrations in North India and Nepal are among the liveliest, as both places are deeply tied to the Hindu stories the festival honors. But Holi celebrations don’t abide by geographic borders.

Holi has been documented for centuries in Hindu texts. The tradition is observed by people young and old, particularly in Northern India and Nepal, where the stories behind the festival originated.

Holi 2025 will be celebrated on March 13th and 14th, marking the arrival of spring with vibrant festivities. This ancient Hindu festival symbolizes the victory of good over evil, love between ...