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Holi
A riotous, joyful celebration of spring, colour, and new beginnings.
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Festival Overview
What is Holi?
A riotous, joyful celebration of spring, colour, and new beginnings.
ReligionHinduism
CategoryReligious
Celebrated inIndia, Nepal
Duration2 days
ReachIndia & Nepal
History, Origin & Significance
The Story Behind Holi
Holi is a major Hindu festival of colours, love and spring. It celebrates the love between the deities Radha and Krishna. Additionally, the day signifies the triumph of good over evil, as it commemorates the victory of Vishnu as Narasimha over Hiranyakashipu. Holi originated in ancient Indian subcontinent and is predominantly celebrated in the Indian subcontinent, but has also spread to other regions of Asia and parts of the Western world.
Source: Wikipedia — Holi
At a Glance
Celebration & Rituals
2 days of celebration
Observances stretch across 2 days of rituals and gatherings.
Throwing coloured powder
The most recognisable custom of Holi.
India & Nepal
Communities across 2 countries take part.
Gujiya
A signature dish closely associated with the celebration.
Flavours of the Celebration
Food & Culture
No Holi celebration is complete without its signature dishes, shared with family and community throughout the festivities.
GujiyaThandaiDahi VadaMalpua
Customs & Practices
Traditions
The customs practised during Holi vary by region, but these are the most widely recognised.
Throwing coloured powderWater balloonsBonfires (Holika Dahan)Folk music & dance
Duration
Holi Timeline
Day 1 — Opening · Mar 22, 2027
Throwing coloured powder
Day 2 — Closing
Water balloons
Where It's Celebrated
Location & Country Details
Celebrated In
🇮🇳 India🇳🇵 Nepal
Primarily celebrated in India & Nepal. Detailed country facts (capital, currency, languages) need a REST Countries API key configured — see .env.example.
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Travel Information
Best time to plan around
Typically celebrated in March.
Where to go
India, Nepal
- Dress modestly when visiting temples, mosques, or shrines during observances.
- Many venues get crowded at peak prayer or ceremony times — arrive early.
Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
Holi falls on Mar 22, 2027 (estimated date — exact timing can vary by region or calendar reckoning).
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