Nepal's Madhyapur Thimi town was painted red with vermillion powder as devotees celebrated the advent of the traditional new year by carrying out a procession of 32 ceremonial palanquins on their shoulders, which were hosting various Hindu deities.
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00:00Now, finally, if you say that you're going to paint the town red, it usually means you're going to celebrate.
00:05Normally, it won't actually see you get out the paint, but in Nepal, it's a different story.
00:11The town of Madhya Partimi has been painted red, as Hindu devotees mark the start of the traditional new year.
00:17Vermilion powder is the colour of choice, as vibrant processions pass through the streets, turning the skies, and onlookers crimson.
00:25Known locally as Sindor Jatra, the annual festival is held in the first month of the lunar calendar.