Holi 2017 is going to celebrate on 23rd March 2017 that is known as Holika Dahan. The festival of color will celebrate on the next day of Holi that is 24th March 2017. Holi is one of three most celebrated festivals in India, Holi, Diwali & Raksha Bandhan. Holi is also known as the festival of colors as it is celebrated with colors, water, and sharing. Holi is a spring festival and symbolizes the values of love and sharing among people. Although holi is basically a Hindu festival, but it is also celebrated by many non-Hindu communities in India as well as abroad.
The festival commemorates the victory of good over evil. This sort of tradition is also found in various places across the globe. In this particular ceremony, people believe that by destroying and burning Holika the bad spirit, they will live more peaceful and prosperous lives. As we all know, Hindus believe in gods and goddesses. This festival shows their devotion towards one of the most well-known gods, the lord Vishnu.
There are some interesting facts you need to know about this festival. Talking about the name of the festival, it was derived from the festival of colors. This was the moment of incarnation of the God. According to legend, he was believed to like playing pranks on the village girls. Those girls were drenched in colors and water. When does this festival take place? If you want to see the Holi festival 2017 up close, then visit India in winter because the festival is usually held at the end of the season.
There are many other festivals following, so that you can also see others while visiting this place. The festival is celebrated across India. Yes, it takes place in most areas in the country. Hence, it does not matter if you plan a trip to the south or the north of the country, you will still have a chance to witness this monumental celebration. Though the festival excites all Indians, you may find that some places are more exuberant than others. Therefore, we think that you need to know the areas where people go all out when celebrating this joyful moment.
Most people would agree that Mathura takes the crown for its festivity during this special day. We also think Delhi is the right place to go during the Holi Festival 2017. Please ask for more information from travel agencies. They know the right places to head to in India particularly with regards to this celebration. How do people in the country take part in the event? There are some notable activities. First, you will see them being smeared in colored powder.
Also, they will be drenched in water and colors. They have parties, dances, basically things that make them happy and joyful. They just sprinkle holy water over each other. The primary purpose of the Holi Festival is to burn the Demoness Holika. It is believed as a bad spirit that needs to be kept away from people. On the eve of Holi, another thing is done, which is igniting large bonfires. The bonfires are a symbol of burning the evil Holika.
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