Celebrated during the full moon night of March, this colourful and exuberant festival of Holi or Vasant Utsav/Dol Yatra celebrates the advent of spring and bidding adieu the harsh cold winter.
Holi is also associated with the immortal love and worship of Lord Radha and Krishna and is spread over 16 days in Vrindavan and Mathura.
Holi rejuvenates the human mind and relationships amidst the splashing of colours (Abeer/Gulal) to one and all.
Holi lifts the sulken spirits and provide a new enthusiasm through songs, dances and merriment.
Palash/Parrot flowers bloom in full might, also known as 'Flame of the forest' going by its fiery red colours. Natural Colours made from it are becoming popular which is better than the synthetic colours prevalent mostly.
Huge bonfires are lit up on the night before holi marking the destruction of evil and welcoming the good. Thandai is a wonderful cold refreshing and healthy flavored milk that is traditionally prepared during the Holi festival. Drinking thandai in Holi also gels with the weather as the temperature runs high at that time and thandai acts as a coolant.
One of the post popular holi songs in India 'Rang Barase' featuring none other than Amitabh Bachhan.
The fun, frolic and fervour of the festival brings in new hope and celebrates the love of life.
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