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5 Instagram Pages To Follow This Holi
The most iconic and culturally rich of Indian celebrations, aptly called the ‘festival of colours’ – ‘Holi’ has already started in north India. In the Holi hotspots of Vrindavan, Barsana and Mathura, the arrival of spring has commenced with gusto from March 17, the day earmarked as Lathmar Holi. In this region historically known as Vraj bhoomi, it’s not just about pichkari, thandia and mithai. It’s about devotion, colour and gay abandon. The festival commemorates the celebration of good triumphing over evil, Lord Vishnu’s victory and arrival of spring.
Holi is celebrated grandly throughout India, but the fervour witnessed in Vrindavan and Mathura has to be seen to be believed. And what better way to vicariously experience the joys of this Holi than through these Instagram accounts which are reporting the week long festivities, with blow by blow accounts? We curated a select list of 5 accounts you must follow if you must immerse yourself in the Holi spirit, wherever you are! From the Lathmar Holi in Barsana to the divine Phoolon ki Holi, Widow’s Holi, Raas-Leela in Vrindavan honoring Lord Krishna and the grand procession in Mathura and Gokul, each day unfolds with Holi song, Holi bhajans and folk dances.
5 Instagram pages to follow Holi Celebrations
It is said that everyone should witness the celebration of Holi in Mathura and Vrindavan once in a lifetime. Reelstars is sharing five Instagram pages that you need to follow as the Holi celebrations unfold. These Instagram pages have beautifully shown the candid moments of people gathered up in lakhs at the sacred place of Mathura and Vrindavan celebrating Holi.
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FAQs
When and why is Holi celebrated?
Known as the Festival of Colors, Holi is celebrated to mark the beginning of spring. The specific date of the Holi Festival can vary from year to year, as it’s observed on the full moon day of Phagun (12th) month in the Hindu calendar, which usually falls at the end of February or early March in the Gregorian calendar.
Who started Holi?
Holi’s traditions vary throughout the country and have their roots in Indian mythology. In many places the festival is associated with the legend of Hiranyakashipu, a demon king in ancient India. Hiranyakashipu enlisted the help of his sister, Holika, to kill his son, Prahlada, a devoted worshipper of Vishnu.
Why was Holika killed?
According to legend, Holika was the sister of Hiranyakashipu, who acquired a boon that rendered her invulnerable to fire. She then attempted to kill her nephew, Prahlada, by placing him on her lap in a bonfire. However, she was immolated while Prahlada was saved from the fire.
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