{"id":76229,"date":"2023-03-04T13:40:43","date_gmt":"2023-03-04T08:10:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.akbartravels.com\/?p=76229"},"modified":"2023-03-04T13:40:43","modified_gmt":"2023-03-04T08:10:43","slug":"vibrant-holi-celebrations-across-different-states-of-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/vibrant-holi-celebrations-across-different-states-of-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Vibrant Holi Celebrations Across Different States Of India<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\u201cO rang barse bheege chunarwali rang barse,<\/em><\/strong>
O rang barse bheege chunarwali rang barse\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whenever we speak of the Holi festival, think of the air filled with a riot of colours, water balloons hitting one from all sides and music blasting everywhere. This festival of colours holds a lot of significance for Indians. Even the types of Holi celebrations, origin stories, etc. also differ from state to state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is the Holi Festival? When is Holi?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One popular legend is of how Lord Vishnu protects his devotee Pralhad from his evil father Hiranyakashyap and aunt Holika. Holika burned in the fire leading to the \u2018Holika Dahan\u2019 celebrations. Another story is that of Lord Krishna and Radha. Krishna smeared the colour on Radha\u2019s face to make them match complexions. This leads us to the Holi celebrations of \u2018Rang Holi\u2019. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Holi is typically observed on the full moon in Phalgun month. This time period marks the end of winters and indicates the beginning of the spring season. This year, Holika Dahan and Rang Holi will fall on 6th March and 7th March 2023 respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Types of Holi Celebrations across different states of India:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

1. Rang Panchami – Maharashtra<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Rang Panchami celebrations in Maharashtra
Image Credit: chetansoni<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

In Maharashtra, the Holika Dahan pyre burns in almost every street and locality. Colour and water celebrations start once the pyre extinguishes and carries on for the next day. Celebrations also include singing and dancing on dhols, feasting on traditional sweets and savoury items, etc. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Lathmar Holi \/ Foolwali Holi – Uttar Pradesh<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Women beating men with lathis<\/em>
Image Credit: CRS PHOTO<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Barsana region of Vrindavan, Mathura, Nandgaon and Barsana are the hotspots of Holi celebrations in India. Barsana not only celebrates the Holi festival with colours but also lathis. <\/em>It\u2019s a sight to see women chase away men with lathis. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Vrindavan, Holi celebrations include flowers rather than colours, especially in the Banke Bihari Temple, where priests shower the devotees with flowers. These traditional experiences draw people from all over the world.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Holla Mohalla – Punjab<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Sikhs celebrating Holla Mohalla in Punjab
Image Credit: Sushil Prajapati<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

In Punjab, the Holi celebrations are a bit unique and especially lauds the warrior Sikhs. The festivities go on for 3 days and includes a display of martial arts, horse riding, reciting poetry, etc. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Shigmo – Goa<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Shigmo festival parade in Panjim, Goa
Image Credit: Matjoe<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The festival of colours is also celebrated with a massive carnival. It includes traditional folk songs and street dances in the coastal state of Goa. The rural population, like farmers and labourers, especially celebrate Shigmo. Fishermen also deck their boats with religious and mythological themes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5. Royal Holi – Udaipur<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Holika Dahan at Royal Palace
Image Credit: India.com<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Holika Dahan’s pyres are lit up across the city to get rid of evil spirits. However, the city takes it up a notch by adding some royal touch. At the royal resilience, the Holika pyre is lit by the current Mewar royal family custodian. This is followed by a lavish procession of decorated horses and the royal band. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The next day is followed by smearing colour and splashing water on friends and families. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6. Kumaoni Holi – Uttarakhand<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Holi celebrations in Kumaon, Uttarakhand
Image Credit: APNA Uttarakhan Facebook Page<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

In the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, the Holi celebrations are more like honouring the beginning of the sowing season. Celebrations here include a musical gala. One gets to see 3 types of Holi celebrations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n