Even though I didn't love being dragged to temple as a child, going for Holi was always an exception.Attending a Holi ...

In many parts of India, people light large bonfires the night before the festival to signify the destruction of evil and victory of good. On the day of Holi, entire streets and towns are filled ...

On the first evening of Holi, rituals and celebrations take place around a bonfire. The legend that some believe inspires this tradition centres around two demon siblings, Holika and Hiranyakashipu.

People then distribute sweets amongst friends and relatives. Vibrant processions accompanied by folk songs and dances are also a characteristic of Holi celebrations. Huge bonfires are lit on the eve ...

Holi is more than just a celebration of colours—it is deeply rooted in Hinduism and traditions. The festival is observed in ...

To remember this story bonfires are lit during Holi. The bonfires purify the air of anything evil. Hindus have a very great emphasis on fire because fire is thought to be the image of God that we ...

It is from Holika that Holi originated. Therefore, we lit huge bonfires every year on the eve of the full moon night to symbolise the burning of Holika and to celebrate the victory of good over evil.

Happy Holi. Let's make a bonfire of our negativity and pride this Holi and make a fresh start this year. Happy Holi! May the colourful festival of Holi bring good luck and prosperity to your life.