Chir erected in Basantapur marking the beginning of Holi Festival (with photos)

Holi, the festival of colors, kicked off with the traditional installation of the ceremonial wooden pole known as ‘Chir’ at the Hanuman Dhoka Palace premises/Chirayu Shakya

KATHMANDU: Holi, the festival of colors, kicked off with the traditional installation of the ceremonial wooden pole known as ‘Chir’ at the Hanuman Dhoka Palace premises in the historic Basantapur area.