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A Color-Saturated Cultural Tradition: Playing Holi

by Janine Boylan on March 25, 2013

A Young Boy Playing Holi, a Hindu Cultural Tradition

A young boy laughs with glee during Holi.
© Nitesh Chakravarti

Painting the Town Red (and Yellow and Green and Blue . . .)

Not long ago, richly-hued photos of people rejoicing during Holi, a Hindu tradition, caught my eye.

What is this crayon-colored holiday all about?

After some research, I learned that Holi is celebrated to welcome spring (this year it is celebrated on March 27). It is observed primarily in India and Nepal, but its popularity is growing world-wide. And it has been celebrated for centuries.  Read more...

 

Cultural Heritage & Traditions/India

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