Holi It is not just a festival of colours, but a living example of the different cultures of India. In different parts of the country, Holi is celebrated in different styles and with different customs. Somewhere there is a tradition of Lathmar Holi, while somewhere Holi is played with the ashes of Masan.
If you want to make Holi special this time, then why not go to those places where this festival is celebrated not just for one day, but for many days? Let us know 10 such places in the country, where the colors of Holi are displayed in a different way.
- Holi is worth seeing in Varanasi also. The colorful Ekadashi and Masaan Holi (Holi played with ashes at the crematorium) are the identity of this place. Therefore, definitely visit Varanasi this time.
- It would not be wrong to say that one should definitely play Holi in Pushkar once in life. High-energy, international style Holi can be enjoyed with foreign tourists and locals around Pushkar Lake.
- Spiti Valley also has its own joy of Holi. There is a tradition of celebrating such Holi in the monasteries with folk music and mask dance.
- How can anyone forget the Holi of Mathura-Vrindavan? Here Holi lasts for weeks. Barsana’s Lathmar Holi, Holi with flowers and Holi of widows are world famous. You must definitely participate in Holi of Mathura-Vrindavan once.
- Holi is celebrated as ‘Basant Utsav’ in Shantiniketan, West Bengal. Students of Visva-Bharati University give music and traditional dance performances on this day.
- Holi of Udaipur is also quite famous. Holi here is very special with the procession of the Mewar royal family and the royal atmosphere.
- Holi festival is celebrated for two days among the ancient ruins in Hampi, Karnataka, so this time pack your bags and visit Hampi.
- Holi is celebrated as Goa Shigmo Festival, which features traditional processions and colorful events. You will also visit Goa on the pretext of Holi.