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Holi is the 2nd most famous celebration in India. This festival of colors is as admired as the festival of light, Diwali all over the world. The festival signifies the triumph of "GOOD" over "BAD". This can be easily understood through different aspects of the celebration.
At one place where the celebration goes around seasonal change that is of Spring, in other regions varied mythological stories forms the origin of this great festival. Vrindavan & Mathura in U.P are the most popular spots of Holi celebration. Over there, legend of Radha-Krishna falls behind the celebration. In the South particularly in Tamil Nadu, Kamadeva legend is commemorated on the Holi-day. While in West Bengal that lies in the east, the celebration moves around the spring season, which is basically idealized for good fertility of the soil and harvest. Furthermore, in the west, specifically in Rajasthan it is popular as Braj Mahotsav where people in colorful attire perform Raslila that reflects immortal love of Krishna-Radha.
Inspite of being so multi cultural, the celebration is acknowledged for its universal message that is of brotherhood as well as unity. Holi is celebrated annually on full moon day in India as per the calender followed by Hindus. As such, it falls on 19th & 20th of March this year. This spring festival idealizing blessings of seasonal change and the great Indian mythology attract everybody no matter which religion he/she belongs.
Hence Holi is adored by all irrespective of their caste and creed. It involves ethical aspect more than usual cultural as well as traditional aspects. And all these aspects contribute to Holi India. So enjoy this festival with numerous Holi gifts available in the market and over the Internet as those best convey Holi wishes & greetings to your close ones.
