Kathmandu’s historic Basantapur Durbar Square marked the start of Nepal’s Holi festival with the erection of a vibrant three-storey flag, signalling the formal beginning of the colourful celebrations across the country.
Following long-standing tradition, the flag was raised on the south side of the Hanuman Dhoka Palace throne area, marking the festival’s start. Members of the Manandhar community took part in the ceremony, decorating the flag with bright colours and celebrating by applying coloured powder to one another.