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Top 7 Places To Head In India To For A Colourful Holi 2023

Plan your next holiday in time for the colourful festival of Holi at these vibrant Indian cities

Top 7 Places To Head In India To For A Colourful Holi 2023
Places to visit for Holi in India

Holi in India is quite a cheerful occasion which is eagerly awaited by many. The festival paints the cities, towns and locals with colours of love, togetherness and happiness. As per the customs and traditions of every place, Holi is celebrated differently by every state of the country. The main motive for celebrating Holi is welcoming the spring season which also marks the beginning of the harvest. The common elements of Holi include vibrant colours, saffron milk, colourful parades and steaming pakoras. To enjoy the Holi celebrations, visit one of these places in India and have a gala time with your near and dear ones.

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Visit these places for Holi celebrations 2023

Top 7 Places In India To Witness A Vibrant Holi Experience

1. Mathura, Uttar Pradesh

Known to be the birthplace of Lord Krishna, Mathura is the most sought-after destination by devotees, especially during Holi. The temples in Mathura celebrate the festival of colours in a grand manner with devotees all over the country joining in the celebrations.

2. Pushkar, Rajasthan

The town of Pushkar in Rajasthan celebrates Holi with vigour and gusto. The main square in the town hosts grand parties with music, food and a lot of colours. The celebrations begin with a traditional bonfire lit with wooden logs on the previous night followed by Holi parties the next morning.

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The festival of colours in India is celebrated with great gusto

3. Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

Shimla in Himachal Pradesh needs to be on your list if you want to experience fun-filled Holi parties. The whole town comes to celebrate this festival at a central location and dances together to songs while throwing water balloons and colours at each other.

4. Hampi, Karnataka

It's just not the North which celebrates Holi on a grand scale. South India to celebrates the festival with great excitement and vigour. Hampi in Karnataka is known for its majestic temples and other historical ruins. The celebrations start with Holika Dahan where people sing traditional songs to welcome spring. The locals gather at the river Tungabhadra to celebrate the festival together.

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Let the vibrant colours of Holi paint your life 

5. Agra, Uttar Pradesh

One of the most famous tourist attractions in the country, Agra in Uttar Pradesh is located on the banks of the Yamuna River and attracts hundreds of people towards it because of the famous Taj Mahal which was built in the Mughal era. Holi parties in Agra celebrate the festival with pomp and vigour.

6. Purulia, West Bengal

Purulia in West Bengal is home to lush green landscapes, hills and dense forests. The place celebrates Holi in a unique manner. The locals start the festivities three days before the actual Holi. The celebrations are undertaken around an ancient temple and folk performances are conducted around it.

7. Jaipur, Rajasthan

The entire Pink city of Jaipur is washed with vibrant colours during Holi celebrations. The city has a lot to offer from scenic landscapes to stunning architecture. But the Holi celebration is an altogether different experience that you must have at least once in your life.

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Get ready to celebrate the festival of colours

So, where are you heading to, this Holi 2023?

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