Holi 2024: Why do we celebrate Holi? Know history and significance of the festival of colours
9 months ago

Holi 2024: Why do we celebrate Holi? Know history and significance of the festival of colours

Hindustan Times  

Holi, the festival of colours, is just around the corner and we can't wait to celebrate this vibrant festival with family and friends. According to Drik Panchang, the auspicious timings are as follows: Purnima Tithi Begins - 09:54 AM on March 24, 2024 Purnima Tithi Ends - 12:29 PM on March 25, 2024 Holi 2024 History and Significance Holi is a festival celebrating the triumph of good over evil and the heavenly love shared by Lord Krishna and Radha. Another legend associated with Holi tells the story of King Hiranyakashipu, his son Prahalad, who was a follower of Lord Vishnu, and his aunt Holika, the demon. Holi 2024 Celebrations: The Braj regions, which include Mathura, Vrindavan, Gowardhan, Gokul, Nandagaon and Barsana, are associated with Lord Krishna and are the sites of a grand celebration of the festival of Holi. The festival is observed over two days, namely Rangwali Holi, also known as Dhulandi, and Chhoti Holi, also known as Holika Dahan.

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