Braj Holi 2024: Things You Shouldn't Miss

Holi, the festival of colours, is marked with much pomp and show.

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Braj Ki Holi is a 10-day-long festvity observed in Mathura, Vrindavan, Barsana, Nandgaon and Baldeo.

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These regions are associated with the childhood of Lord Krishna.

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This year, the Braj Holi will start on March 17 and conclude on March 26.

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The Braj Holi will begin with'‘Laddu Holi’ at Radha Rani Temple in Barsana.

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Barsana's Lathmar Holi, as the name suggest, involves sticks.

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The Phoolwali Holi at Banke Bihari Temple is an iconic part of Braj Holi.

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In 2023, widows staying in Vrindavan celebrated Holi at the Radha Gopinath Temple.

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This year too, they will mark the special day on March 25.

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On March 24, the Braj region will celebrate Holika Dhanan, by lighting a bonfire.

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The whole country will celebrate the ‘Rang Wali Holi’ on March 25.

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Lastly, Huranga Holi is celebrated at Baldeo, a village located about 30 km from Mathura.

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