Holi is round the corner and the preparations to mark
the occasion with zealous celebrations are underway. Signifying the triumph of
good over evil and arrival of spring, “the festival of colors”, Holi is
the first major carnival of the year. Creating a joyous ambience along the way,
it drenches all in the splashes of vivid colors that are the delights to be
cherished forever.
A myriad of activities takes place around every nook
and corner of the country and yet there are certain destinations that celebrate
the special occasion with an unmatched grandeur of festivity. India is a land
of diverse traditions and cultures that culminate to make the perfect
ingredients for a supper of harmony. No festival creates an exhilarating and
enjoyable ambience as Holi does. It is a celebration of energy and passion that
glitters throughout the nation.
The joy of unity is the greatest gift in life and this
Holi, gear along for a unique adventure and embark to one of the below
destinations for a totally surreal celebration and experience:
§ The
divine celebrations at Mathura, Uttar Pradesh
Believed to be the birthplace of Krishna, Mathura is a
prominent religious destination in India and a definite favorite spot to
celebrate uncompromised joys on the day. Situated in Uttar Pradesh at a 4 hr
distance from Delhi, the drive to Mathura will give a taste of Holi being
celebrated with utmost fervor and enthusiasm.
The divine city is at best with colorful and musical
processions that mark the life of every Holi celebration. With preparations
commencing a month before the festival, one can imagine the grand scale of
festivities and joys to be shared on the day. Dwarkadeesh Temple is the place
to grant yourself the delights of an unforgettable Holi experience. With the
availability of cars for self drive, one can revive the celebrations with tastes of a
unique adventure.
§ The
famous Lath Mar Holi of Barsana, Uttar Pradesh
Marking a peculiar tradition of Holi celebrations, the
women of Barsana beat up the men from Nandgaon with sticks. The women folk take
full delight from the pleasure to put sticks to use and it is quite a sight to
catch. Friendly and giggling, the women take immense pleasure in showering
lathis on any man who attempts to throw colors at them.
The unique and peculiar nature of the celebrations
have gained them a global recognition and people flock the place to gain a
sight of the uncompromised festivities. Situated near Mathura, Barsana stands
at a distance of 175 km from Delhi and the drive along the Kundli - Manesar -
Palwal expressway takes you through some of the most exciting hotspots of north
India and the occasional highway dhabas serving the best food will make the
journey even more memorable.
§ The
joyful cultural Holi celebrations at Shantiniketan, West Bengal
Serene and blissful, the Holi celebrations at
Sahntiniketan in West Bengal are a treat of cultural activities and the most
delightful festive ceremony. With influences from renowned poet and Nobel
Laureate Rabindranath Tagore who introduced the Basant Utsav (Spring Festival)
at his Vishva Bharati University, the large scale cultural celebrations and
events attract visitors from all corners of the country.
Dressed in colorful attires and sparkling with joy,
the students at the university offer a remarkable display of programs and dance
to Tagore’s songs with usual color throwing blessing the occasion with timeless
joys and unmatched zest. Be a part of the cherished Bengali traditional
celebrations and rent a self drive car to roam around the sweet city without a hassle.
With the whole nation being in the most vibrant and
exciting mood, Holi is a time to re-imagine the concepts of festivities and be
a part of abundant joys on avail. With the self drive car facility from MYLESCARS, experience a taste
of unique celebrations at the above mentioned destinations and bathe in the
fervors of old age tradition.
