Celebrate Holi in Chitlang: A Colorful Tradition You Must Experience
Feb 05, 2025

Celebrate Holi in Chitlang: A Colorful Tradition You Must Experience

Celebrate Holi in Chitlang: A Colorful Tradition You Must Experience
  • Feb 05, 2025

Holi is one of the most colorful festivals in Nepal, which we all Nepalis celebrate with pride. If you want to make Holi plans for 2025, we have you sorted. The streets of Thamel and Durbar Square are often considered the best places for Holi, but is this always the case? No, you can still […]

Holi is one of the most colorful festivals in Nepal, which we all Nepalis celebrate with pride. If you want to make Holi plans for 2025, we have you sorted.

The streets of Thamel and Durbar Square are often considered the best places for Holi, but is this always the case? No, you can still have fun on the outskirts of Kathmandu, in closer gatherings amidst nature’s presence. Guess where?

Chitlang is a pre-loved destination by many people near Kathmandu and Hetauda. It’s a worthy place to be visited by people. It can be a time when you meet your long-distance loved one for a get-together and Holi celebration in Chitlang.

Join the festivities in Chitlang this Holi

Kick off the celebrations the night before with traditional bonfires. Dance to the rhythm of festive music and enjoy the company of friends.

The night before Holi starts with bonfires, you can arrive earlier so as not to miss out on the fun. Also, you can combine the holiday session with a visit to Chandragiri Hills, Kulekhani, and Chitlang all together.

The festival of color often brings joy. The celebration in Chitlang is one of the best days you can give to your children. They can play with water guns and balloons and also learn about organic agriculture after the celebration.

Celebrate with good music with friends. You can get wet or play with colors. But be mindful and use natural colors only, like Haldi or Chandan, if you are allergic to synthetics.

Holi Celebration at Chitlang

You can play and then have fun in tents in your Chitlang Organic Village resort. The tent rooms are decent with comfortable bedding options. You can sunbathe after cleaning after the Holi celebration. Even you can make videos and TikTok in the ambiance.

Holi in Chitlang would be special for the opportunity to:

  • Connect with loved ones: Spending time with family and friends, sharing laughter and joy.
  • Experience local culture: Participating in the unique traditions and customs of Chitlang during Holi.
  • Embrace the vibrant colors: Enjoy the vibrant colors, music, and festive atmosphere.

More than our events, it’s your time out with friends that make your Holi celebration fun. You can also come up with family. The place is amazing, but you won’t be able to see it as green as it is during spring and autumn in Nepal.

Night walks and exploration can go pretty crazy here when friends will tell you a story to lower your confidence and you are sold on that. “Every friend is an idiot.” They want to have fun.

No friends, No worries—make New Connections at the Chitlang Holi Event

Crazy, but these are golden times and experiences when we know to get ourselves better, spare some time in a fun ambiance, and again witness good hospitality like that of Chitlang Organic Village Resort. In the end, friendships like these build on genuine experiences that are cherished for life.

Special Holi drink at Chitlang

Holi is also a time for indulging in traditional foods. Tourists can enjoy festive treats such as:

  • Gujiya: Sweet dumplings filled with dried fruits and nuts.
  • Bhang Lassi: A special drink made with cannabis leaves, often enjoyed during the festival.
  • Various sweets enhance the festive spirit.

This Holi, let’s celebrate with vibrant colors and the taste of nature! Instead of Bhaang, let’s indulge in organic plums and the delightful flavor of ground apple wine. It’s a healthier and more sustainable way to enjoy the festivities with friends and family.

Learn the meaning of Colors in Chitlang

If you ask, my favorite color is turquoise. I find it incredibly calming and refreshing—a beautiful blend of blue and green. Colors are more than just visual sensations for so many; it’s an artistic expression. In Nepal, we use colors in so many ways,

Forms of Communication: Each color of Holi has a meaning; even the rainbow makes sense If you put the color red, you show love and passion for the person. The color is often associated with the love story of Lord Krishna and Radha.

  • The yellow color represents happiness, peace, and vitality (Lord Vishnu’s favorite).
  • Green is nature renewal and new beginnings.
  • Blue is calm, courageous, and infinite.
  • Pink is charm and beauty.
  • Orange is your strength and courage.
  • Purple is spirituality and creativity 

Expressions of Culture: Different cultures associate different meanings with colors. We appreciate that with Holi.

Elements of Nature: Colors are found everywhere in nature, from vibrant sunsets to lush green forests. We thereby pay homage to Holi.

We believe colors can be expressions of love and joy. A bouquet of red roses, a vibrant rainbow after a storm—these are beautiful expressions of love and joy through color. The bright colors of Holi, the vibrant hues of a festival—these bring joy and excitement.

Alternatives of Synthetic Colors in Holi

  • Red: Obtained from palash flowers or beetroot.
  • Yellow: Made from turmeric or marigold petals.
  • Green: Sourced from henna leaves or other green plants.
  • Blue: Derived from indigo plants.

People are becoming more conscious of health and environmental issues associated with synthetic colors, leading them to seek natural alternatives

Colors are toxic for humans and animals. The non-biodegradable nature of synthetic colors also poses a real-life problem. Look for the organic side, like we practice eco-farming in Chitlang Organic Village.

Holika Dahan at Chitlang ( A bonfire of evil spirits)

The festival begins with Holika Dahan, where bonfires are lit to signify the burning of evil spirits. People joyfully throw colored powders and water at each other, creating a lively and colorful environment. The celebrations are accompanied by traditional songs and dances, enhancing the festive ambiance.

Chitlang becomes a hub for activity in Holi, where we organize events and gather to celebrate. We organize Holika Dahan on the evening of the full moon day (Purnima) in the Hindu month of Phalguna.

Holi celebration takes place during Falgun and Chaitra month, usually March in the Georgian calendar.

  • Protect your skin and eyes from colored powders.
  • Stay hydrated and be mindful of your surroundings in crowded areas.

Holi at Chitlang calls for All-Age Group

Holi is a Hindu festival of colors that celebrates spring, love, and new life. roasting grains, popcorn, coconut, and chickpeas during the bonfire.

People of all ages celebrate this ritual with colors, painting the street colorful. Holi encourages people to come together for a celebration of color, so different yet so exciting

Young kids love Holi because they get new water guns each year. Holi is a spring celebration; once you do it, you welcome spring. The aura of dance, music, and processions is so special.

What is the true story behind the Holi celebration?

Some people believe the Holi colors came from Krishna mischievously throwing colored water over his milkmaids when he was a boy. This developed into the practical jokes and games of Holi.

But most argue it is because of Holika Dahan, the aunt of Prahlada. Despite his father, Hiranyakashyapu, being a fierce demon King, Prahlada was a devotee of Lord Vishnu.

The Holi festival also shows Prahlada’s devotion as a direct challenge to the authority of his demon king’s father. Whatever the origin is, it is deep-rooted in the hearts of Hindus all around the world, prominently in Nepal and India.

Nepal is not the only country with these. People all around the world embrace their culture and also have festivals similar to Holi, like La Tomatina (from Spain), the Battle of Orange (in Italy), the Flour War Festival (Greece), and many more.

Conclusion

You can make the most of the picturesque backdrop of Chitlang for Holi festivities. People gift sweets on Holi, but you can always gift them a vacation in Chitlang, a remote atmosphere to have fun and truly unwind from the stresses of everyday life. Contact us for bookings and more info.