Festival facts: Holi
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Find out how Hindus celebrate Holi
What is Holi?
Holi (Hindi) or Phagwah (Bhojpuri) is the annual Hindu festival that celebrates the harvest of winter crops and welcomes spring. Also known as the Festival of Colours, it takes place on the full moon in the month of Phalgun (hence Phagwah) at the end of February/early March. Holi is a time of thanksgiving for the harvest and also of unity and fun for everyone. It reminds Hindus of the importance of faith and sacrifice through the retelling of several myths. These are celebrated with bonfires, parties, the throwing of coloured powder and playful pranks.
How is Holi celebrated?
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Published 26 September 2007
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