Holi, known as the ‘festival of colors’ is praised on the full moon day falling in the period of Phalguna (Feb-Mar). Different colors and water are thrown on each other, in the midst of noisy music, drums and so on to observe Holi. In the same way as other different celebrations in India, Holi also signifies a victory of good over evil. According to antiquated folklore, there is a legend of King Hiranyakashipu with who Holi is related.
The popularity of Holi today might be understood when its other name, the ‘festival of Colors’, is considered. One of the highlights of Holi is the utilization of colored powders and colored water during the festival. A few days before the festival itself, markets would be loaded with colored powders of each colore for the celebration goers to buy. While this is the standard today, there are the individuals who still make the colored powders by themselves, usually from flowers, in their homes.
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