Holi, celebrated across India, is a festival that symbolizes joy, unity, and the arrival of spring. Known for its colour-throwing celebrations, the festival also features traditional rituals such as the Holika Dahan, where bonfires are lit to mark the triumph of good over evil. Each region in India has its own unique way of celebrating Holi. In Mathura and Vrindavan, the festivities last for over a week, with events like Phoolon ki Holi (flower Holi) and Widow’s Holi. Barsana is famous for Lathmar Holi, where women playfully hit men with sticks. Meanwhile, large-scale celebrations in cities like Jaipur, Delhi, and Mumbai include music festivals, cultural performances, and feasts featuring Gujiya, Thandai, and traditional sweets. Holi is a time for communities to unite, sing, dance, and celebrate age-old traditions.
Holi – March 14
