Holi

Holi Festival is an annual Hindu celebration of spring's arrival as well as love, forgiveness, and good over evil. It is mentioned in writings as far back ...

Holi Festival has been referred to as the Festival of Love and the Festival of Colors among other names. Holi Festival is a joyous time to celebrate many positive things. At that point, the celebration is underway, and people sing and dance into the night. Holi Festival is a national holiday in many places, including India, Nepal, and Suriname. Multiple legends contribute to the Holi Festival tradition and rituals. It is celebrated in a number of other countries in Asia, Europe, Africa, North America, and the Caribbean. Leading up to Holi Festival, people construct a massive bonfire and place an effigy at the top to represent Holika. The singing and dancing carry on while others play instruments the entire day. King Kansa sent the demoness Holika to give Krishna poisonous milk and kill him. In 2023, Holi Festival will occur on March 8. It is mentioned in writings as far back as the 4th century. Today, it is one of the most popular festivals in India and Nepal, but it is celebrated around the world.