
The biting cold air become soothing and the sunshine becomes brighter. Everywhere there is an abundance of flowers and nature is brighter, joyous and colourful. Earth is decorated with the flowers of different colours. Magic of spring can be seen everywhere. It has already registered its presence everywhere. It is the time to celebrate Holi, which comes every year on the day of full moon in the Hindi month of Falgun, which falls in the end of February or in early March. Different religions, cultures and ethnic heritage of India make it a unique land. It is said that everyday is a day of festival in this country. But when it comes to the most vibrant and colourful festival of the India Holi tops the list. The colours of Holi are full of youthfulness, life and beauty. On the day of Holi everything seems to be in colours. On this day every worry, fear and sadness dissolves and makes way for the present, which is full of happiness and beauty. It is the celebration of the present moment.
India has a long tradition of celebrating this festival. There are many legends related to the festival making it traditional yet modern.
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