‘Holi’ – the festival of colors is one of the major Festivals celebrated in India. Well known for its beautiful traditions, Holi is one of the most vivid celebrations of India, which is celebrated with full energy, zeal, excitement, and enthusiasm everywhere throughout the nation.
The spiritual festival got its name from the childhood antics of Lord Krishna, a rebirth of Lord Vishnu, who used to pull tricks on the young ladies by drenching them in colorful hues and water.
Legend behind Holi
It has an ancient origin that celebrates the triumph of good over evil. There are several mythological stories behind its origin. Rituals of the Holi festival have its roots in the legend of the demon king Hiranyakashyap, which emphasizes the victory of good over evil. He wanted to end his son’s life with the help of his sister, Holika, who was blessed with the natural power for not burning in fire.
According to mythology, it marks the death of demon Holika by Prahlad as she sat on fire with Prahlad in her lap. Her objective was to burn him because he was a staunch believer of Lord Vishnu. But destiny fades & she herself was burnt in the fire while, on the other hand, Prahlad got no injury because Lord Vishnu was his protector.
On the eve of Holi, a crowd of people gathers to lit bonfires in order to burn away the evil. It is widely known as ‘Holika Dahan.’ The very next day is followed by a celebration of Holi, throwing colorful powders with watered balloons on each other. People play this colorful festival with full enjoyment irrespective of problems between them. Are you planning a Holi Tour? Then let’s have a look at the schedule of Mathura Holi.
When is it celebrated?
Like most other Hindu festivals, Holi is celebrated on the full moon day of spring in the month of Phalgun, i.e., February-March. The next Holi festival will be celebrated on 25 March 2024.
Best Holi Celebration in India
Traditional Holi celebrations are the biggest ones in Mathura, and Vrindavan, the birth city of Lord Krishna. Although, it is celebrated all over India yet the festival is celebrated with huge pomp & show at the places related to tales of Lord Krishna & Radha.
Naming a few, here are the best Holi celebration places in India to witness & celebrate the famous Holi festival.
Lathmar Holi at Barsana
The holy city of Mathura, the origin place of Lord Krishna, remains at its best during the celebration of Holi. A colorful and melodious musical procession takes place from the temples to river ghats then to the Holi Gate. The festivities start almost seven days before the celebration. Temples are decorated, designed, melodious songs, and chants create a devotional climate. On the day of the festival, the best place to visit in Mathura is the Dwarkadheesh Temple.
Phoolon wali Holi, Vrindavan:
Phool means flower, the main significance of the event is that instead of dry and wet colors, people use flowers to play Holi. It is celebrated on the Ekadashi before the main day of Holi At Banke Bihar Temple in Vrindavan. The gates of the temple are open around 4 pm in the evening, after which priests throw colorful flowers on the devotees.
Mathura, Vrindavan & Barsana are some of the best Holi celebration places in India. So, come early to capture the beautiful picture of flower rain here with the charming site of the place.
Holi at Banke Bihari Temple, Vrindavan:
Holi at Banke Bihari Temple, Vrindavan isn’t only a celebration; it is, in fact, a festival of life. Many individuals crowd to this delightful town every year to observe the festival at the temple devoted to Lord Krishna and play Holi with God himself. The Holi Festivities begin with Lathmar Holi at Barsana, seven days before the main occasion.
Holi Festivities in Mathura 2024 :
The doors of the sanctuary open at 10 am and there is as of now a major group outside the entryways by then playing Holi and shading any individual who dares cross the street. The greater part of it is fun, yet things can rapidly get appalling. Generally, neighborhood men and children take an interest, and ladies are again prominent by their nonappearance. In any case, there are numerous voyager ladies who do take an interest.
The air inside the sanctuary is truly decent really Unlike Banke Bihari in Vrindavan, the size of Holi is littler and the place is considerably friendlier. Minister play Dhols and you can even join the moving there. Inside the sanctuary, more ladies play Holi.
Traditional Holi at Mathura and Vrindavan, UP
This Hindu festival that takes place across India nowhere celebrates the great festival with more gust & spirit, than Mathura, (the birthplace of Lord Krishna). It is considered one of the best places for the Holi celebration in India.
According to legendary tales, it is believed that Lord Krishna visited Radha’s town Barsana from Nandgaon at the time of Holi. He applied color on Radha’s face & the friends and elderly females of the town took him out of the town using bamboo sticks in order to take offense. Festivities in Mathura-Vrindavan are played as the best Holi in India.
People of Barsana celebrate Holi in an exciting way. Women there beat up men with sticks in a friendly manner, which is what is known as Lathmar Holi Barsana that lasts on for a week-long.
Play Barsana Laddu Holi religiously at Sri Ji Temple on 17-18 March 2024 . The next day will be followed by Barsana Lathmar Holi on 18-20 March 2024.
Regarded as the hometown of Radha, where Lord Krishna used to tease the females (Gopis) & they used to react in a friendly jeer.
In addition to this, spiritual songs related to Krishna-Radha, mouth-watering sweets & dishes, Thandai & a playful color add color to the festival & make it a fun place to enjoy.
Experience the uniqueness of Holi while having a lot of fun at the Ladliji Temple, which is dedicated to Sri Radha Rani. Arrive at the town seven days before the celebration as the festival start a fast early. It is on the list of the most popular festivals in India.
Thus, the Holi Festival in India is an exciting way to experience Indian Culture. It is one of the most popular celebrations in India. So go ahead & mark your calendar with Holi celebration dates 2024 & start the preparations now.
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