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Fairs & Festivals in India
Holi – A Lively Conversation with Life
The carnival of colours and a riot of enthusiasm and joy, Holi is undoubtedly the most awaited festival of India. Confirming the generous attribute of Indian hospitality, the festival is the occasion to befriend the strangers and forgive the foes. Like many other festivals of the country, Holi takes diverse forms in different regions. Scheduled for March 17 in 2014, it is one great way to savour the always surprising culture of India.
The Celebrations
Huge bonfires are lit on the eve of Holi and people from all social backgrounds gather to participate in this religious ceremony. The real fun and frolic begins the next morning. People from all age groups can be seen applying dry colours, throwing water balloons and spraying coloured water on one another. Dance and music add to the madness and a variety of delicacies and intoxicating drinks keeps the celebrations enjoyable throughout.
The Venues
Uttar Pradesh’s Braj region is the most popular venue to witness traditional form of Holi. Famous as Lath Mar Holi, the festival here marks women beating men with sticks (lath). At cities like Delhi, Ahmedabad and Mumbai, rain dances have become popular among the youth. In many states like West Bengal and Odisha, the religious ceremonies and processions overpower the celebrations. In Goa, Holi becomes a part and parcel of Shigmo, the month long spring carnival.
The Recommendations
· Enjoy the festival with a friendly Indian family.
· Be sure of playing with natural and harmless colours.
· Relish the wonderful delicacies like gujiyas, malpuas and others.
· Enjoy a chilled glass of bhang (intoxicating drink) or thandai, but be concerned about your safety.
Regardless of the region you choose for March holidays in India, you will find it irresistible to escape this entertaining festival of colours. It is your opportunity to redeem fun and unforgettable memories in exchange to the lacklustre life.
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