Holi is one of the important festivals of India. Holi is a colourful festival and celebrated on Phalgun Purnima, which comes in the month of February end or in early March.

In India, Holi celebration takes place with lot of joy and verve. The enthusiasm of the people reaches its peak and matches with the nature, which is in full bounty at the time of Holi. It has been celebrated since time immemorial but the popularity of Holi celebrations seems to be rising with every passing years. No other festival gives so much liberty to the people to let their hair loose and enjoy their hidden crazy self.

The origin of Holi festival has an ancient and celebrates the triumph of `Good' over `Bad'. The colorful festival bridges the social gaps between the people and renews the relationships. On Holi, the people hug and wish each other by saying `HAPPY HOLI'.

The celebration of Holi begins in the eve with lighting up of bonfire. Next day of Holi is the day called `Dhulandi' when people rub `Gulal' and `Abeer' on the faces of each other and cheer up saying "Holi Hai bhai Holi Hai, Bura Na Maano Holi Hai". On this day the people have a wonderful chance to send blessings and love to their dear ones wrapped in a special Holi gift.

Particularly childrens enjoy this festival as they throw water filled balloons at passersby... and if anybody stares... They have ready answer by saying, `Bura Na Mano Holi Hai..' and evoke a smile on the irritated face. Besides, they have their water missiles, called pichkaris to drench the person from far and escape further drenching.

However, at some places especially in Mathura and Barsana, Holi celebrations starts before a week and continues for 8 to 10 days as each major temple organise a Holi bash on different day. Lovers of the festival enjoy every moment to the hilt.