<h2>Splashy Waves Dipped in Colours…!</h2> Holi, the festival of colours is around the corner. Can you feel the vibrancy? Yes, we know you can!&nbsp; March 25th, 2024, Monday - Lock this special date in your calendars! Holi is a delightful festival celebrated in India in the month of Phalguna as per the Hindu Calendar on the full moon day. One of the most widely celebrated festivals in March in India, Holi takes unique and tasteful forms in different corners of India. From Phoolon Wali Holi in Vrindavan and Mathura to Shigmo in Goa, a spectacular 14-day carnival and the vigorously celebrated Holi in Hampi, our treasure of cultural riches is expansive.&nbsp; So, be ready to host gatherings or events that celebrate the spirit of the season, bringing people together for shared moments of joy. Enjoy it in your own way! This guide will let you dive into the culturally rich revelry with a journey through the best places to celebrate Holi in India, the culinary delights and a passionate zeal uplifting your festive spirit.

<h2>Diverse Ways to Celebrate Holi in India</h2> If one notices the culture, festivals, people, and language of our country, then the word that comes to mind first would be ‘diversity.’ We all have one destination but a different way of living, which showcases our diversity and colour.&nbsp;Similarly, when we Indians celebrate 'Holi', the festival of colour, we can see the variety of essences in different parts. The traditional culture of playing holi with 'Gulal', which means the dry colour and splashing water colours on each other, remains evergreen. So let's have a brief look at the different and diverse ways to celebrate Holi in India..<h3>Uttar Pradesh: </h3>In the largest state of India, you will get variations of Holi celebrations like the famous Lathmar Holi, Phoolon Wali Holi, and even Laddoo Wali Holi.&nbsp;<h3>Haryana: </h3>Dhulandi Holi is the celebration of the playful bond between Bhabhi (sister-in-law) and Devar (brother-in-law). <h3>Rajasthan: </h3>When the state is royal itself, then the celebration must be royal too, isn’t it? Every year, the royal family of Jaipur organises their special royal holi ceremony in the City Palace condominium, which is filled with people from around the country and even foreigners. <h3>Bihar: </h3>Here, the celebration starts on the eve of Phalgun Purnima, where people collect wood and cow dung cakes to light Holika Dahan. Then the next day is celebrated with colour and joy. Holi is also considered the New Year for people in Bihar. <h3>Tamil Nadu: </h3>Kaman Pandigai is a type of Holi celebration where people worship Kaamadeva for his sacrifice. Instead of using colours to celebrate, people offer sandalwood to Kaamadeva and sing songs. <h3>West Bengal: </h3>Basant Utsav; on this day, they worship Lord Krishna and Radha Rani. Here, people get ready in yellow attire, using flowers as their ornaments, and celebrate the spring with dance and music. <h3>Kerala: </h3>Here, Holi is known as Manjul Kuli, where on the first day they visit Gosripuram Thiruma’s Konkani temple, and then they play with turmeric water on the second day. <h3>Manipur: </h3>Yaoshang, a five-day celebration in which the first day includes burning a hut, with children collecting donations. On the second and third days, adults perform in temples, followed by donations, and in the last two days, they play with colours. <h3>Punjab: </h3>﻿Hola Mohalla, which is celebrated one day after Holi. In this exhibition, various martial arts, stunts, and mockfights are exhibited. Then, in the evening, colour Holi is celebrated, and langar is organised in various parts of the state. So, all the above mentions are some of the spectacular spots to celebrate the famous Holi in India.

<h2>Top 5 Places to Celebrate Holi in India</h2> Well, now you have sufficient knowledge regarding Holi in various parts of our country. But are you still unable to decide the best place to celebrate Holi in India? Then don’t fear, dear, because we have this list of the 5 best places to celebrate Holi in India for your rescue. Read them and take your pick for this colour celebration. <h3>1. Barsana: </h3>'Lathmar Holi', the iconic Holi celebration of India, is celebrated between two twin towns: Barsana and Nandgaon. Here, people recreate an ancient event that used to take place between Lord Kanha and Radha Rani. As per tales, Lord Krishna and his friends used to come here to tease Radha Rani and her friends during Holi. In protest, Radha and her friends used bamboo sticks to scare them away. To make this beautiful movement evergreen, people from Nandgaon (Krishna) and Barsana (Radha) recreated this act yearly during Holi, making it evergreen in people's hearts. <h3>2. Goa: </h3>Goa has a very vibrant way of celebrating Holi, which is known as Shigmo. They welcome spring by having mythological acts on the streets, traditional dance, and music. People decorate their boats with lots of colours, and the best part is the beaches. Yes, the beaches of Goa host various parties during Holi, making the whole picture exciting with people smearing colour at each other and dancing to the beats. A superb spot for your Holi plan. Like Calangute Beach, known for its Tandav Holi celebrations, and Anjuna Beach, also known as the Colorland; on most beaches, one can find Holi parties. <h3>3. Vrindavan:</h3>‘Phoolon Wali Holi’ - This is the way the people of Vrindavan celebrate Holi. On this auspicious day, people visit the Bankey Bihari Temple, where their lord Krishna is dressed in white attire, ready to get coloured by his devotees. The devotees present their throw colours, especially “Phoolon” (flower petals), to their lord. The whole scenario of people showering flowers over the Lord and each other can make anyone mesmerised within minutes. Even the priests of the temple shower the devotees with flowers from their lord's side. <h3>4. Hampi:</h3>In the South, you can’t find the vividness of Holi like in the North. But there is a spot where you can enjoy Holi in south India. Hampi is the famous spot for Holi in Karnataka. In the background of the ruins of the Vijaynagar Empire, people of locals and foreigners play with splashes of colour. The continuous drumming, dancing, and local music just add a spicy southern flavour to the Holi celebration. This is not a well-known spot, but it is highly recommended to enjoy it once.&nbsp; <h3>5. Udaipur:</h3>The city of royals has a great way of celebrating Holi in Udaipur. This started a day ahead of Holi, which is called Mewar Holika Dahan, in which a huge bonfire is lit on the ground of City Palace, followed by their folk dance and music. The next day, the festival of colour is celebrated around the city. Around the City Palace and Manek Chowk, one can witness the best Holi with a touch of royalty in it.

<h2>Culinary Delights for One of Your Favourite Festivals in March</h2> Colour, family, and friends define a perfect Holi, one of the great festivals in March. But is there something missing, can you guess what? It's food, my friend. No festival in India is complete without food. So let's explore a few delights that make Holi special. Maybe you can try them in your kitchen this time. <h3>Thandai: </h3>Holi is incomplete without this iconic drink. Holi and Thandai always stay together. This milk beverage is created by adding various spices and flavours to enhance the taste and feel of the country. <h3>Gujiya: </h3>This is a classic Holi dessert that is loved by people across the country and is mandatory on Holi. The crisp texture on the outside and delicious filling inside is perfect to snack on Holi and share with family and friends.﻿<h3>Malpua: </h3>These Indian pancakes are a must-have in Indian households for Holi. The sweet and savoury heaven that your taste buds will feel once eating them will be worth experiencing. <h3>Dahi Vada: </h3>Favourite Holi chaat of every household. The happiness one gets eating these Vadas dipped and soaked in curd with green and tamarind chutney on top can be the perfect salty and sour snack for Holi.&nbsp; <h3>Puran Poli: </h3>This dish can’t be missed. The sweet, savoury flavour that it has is worth enjoying for your tired body after playing Holi. This dish is stuffed with Chana dal and sweet, creating the perfect flavour to dig in.

<h2>Celebrate the Best Holi in India</h2> Information about Holi around the country; Check. The list of Best Places for Holi; Check. Sweet Delights for Holi; Check. You; Check. Family and friends; Check. Colours; Check, and Holi festival; Check.&nbsp;Then go to your favourite spot, eat delicacies, and enjoy Holi to the fullest with your loved ones.&nbsp;Happy Holi!!!!

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