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Hiking in Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park is a popular activity for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts visiting Kathmandu. Shivapuri is a hill located on the northern outskirts of the city and is known for its beautiful landscapes and diverse flora and fauna. Here's some information about hiking in Shivapuri:

Trails and Routes: Shivapuri offers several hiking trails that cater to different preferences and fitness levels. The most common starting points for hiking in Shivapuri are Sundarijal and Budhanilkantha. Sundarijal is known for its scenic waterfalls, while Budhanilkantha is famous for its ancient Hindu temple.

Shivapuri Peak: The highest point in the park is Shivapuri Peak, standing at an elevation of 2,732 meters (8,963 feet). Reaching the peak requires a moderately challenging hike and offers panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley, surrounding hills, and distant mountain ranges.

Wildlife and Nature: Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. The park preserves several species of birds, mammals, and plants. During your hike, you might encounter species such as langur monkeys, deer, and various bird species.

Monasteries and Stupas: Shivapuri is also known for its religious and cultural significance. The park houses several monasteries and Buddhist stupas that add a spiritual touch to the hiking experience. Nagi Gompa and Bagdwar are popular stops along the trail.

Duration and Difficulty: The duration and difficulty of the hike in Shivapuri can vary depending on the trail and starting point. A typical hike to Shivapuri Peak takes around 6-8 hours, including rest breaks and time spent enjoying the views. It is considered a moderate hike, suitable for people with a reasonable level of fitness.

Permits: To enter Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park, you need to obtain an entry permit, which can be obtained at the park entrance. It's advisable to carry a copy of your identification, such as a passport or identification card, for permit verification.

As always, it's recommended to check the weather conditions and consult with local authorities or experienced hikers before embarking on a hike in Shivapuri. Carry essential supplies such as water, snacks, appropriate hiking gear, and dress in layers as the weather can change during the hike.

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What is the Holi festival about?

 Holi is the festival of colors celebrated by the Hindu religion.   It is celebrated massively in India and Nepal. At the same time, different places of the Hindu people around the world. its celebrated among the friends and relatives by colors, water having good food, dancing, and singing.

The festival Holi comes once in a year mostly in the beginning of spring like February or March ( According to Nepali calendar  Fhagun or Chait).   Holi is different festival than another festival.  It Helps to clear the misunderstanding between the love ones,  share happiness together,  and enemies become a friend. The Holi also the sign of victory over the bad evils.

 Holi is the ancient Hindu religion which is now popular other religion in south Asia too. Recently the holy festival spreading over the North America and Europe as a medium of sharing love and happiness.

Why is the Holi festival celebrated?

This may be the interesting question for the all young people and enthusiastic one, According to Bhagwat  Purana, a king named Hiranyakashipu  who was  the demon. He was blessed by the god Brahma and   he was immortal with five special power  which were:

1)he could be killed by neither a human being nor an animal,

2) neither indoors nor outdoors,

3)neither at day nor at night,

4) neither by Astra (projectile weapons) nor by any Shastra (handheld weapons),

5)and neither on land nor in water or air.

As this wish was granted, Hiranyakashyapu felt invincible, which made him arrogant and pride. He started to kill innocence people even to gods.. Hiranyakashyapu decreed that only he be worshiped as a God, punished and killed anyone who did not accept his orders. His son Praland disagreed with his father, and refused to worship his father as a god. He was a great devotee of Lord Vishnu and continued believing and worshipping Lord  Vishnu.

Narsingha killing the demon Hiranyakashyapu

Hiranyakashipu  did not like the behavior of his own son and attempt to kill his own son. But Hiranyakashipu  fails to kill Prahlad. King Hiranyakashyapu called upon his sister Holika for help. Holika had a special cloak garment that prevented her from being harmed by fire. Hiranyakashyapu his sister to sit by a fire with Prahlad, by tricking the boy to sit on her lap. However, as the fire roared, the garment flew from Holika and covered Prahlad. Holika burnt to death, Prahlad came out unharmed. Lord Vishnu protect his devotee. In order to kill the Demon Hiranyakashyapu,  Lord vVishnu tactfully  change his appearance and become Narasinga ( Half human and Half Lion., at dusk (when it was neither day nor night), took Hiranyakashyapu at a doorstep (which was neither indoors nor outdoors), placed him on his lap (which was neither land, water nor air), and then eviscerated and killed the king with his lion claws (which were neither a handheld weapon nor a launched weapon). In this form, the boon of five special powers granted to Hiranyakashyapu was no longer useful. Prahlad and the kingdom of human beings were lived  fearless  of Hiranyakashyapu.From that era, the Holi festival had been celebrating as a victory of good over the bad evils.

HOLI celebration with my family, 2017

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