Quick Information
Month
March
Duration
2 Days
Calendar
Lunar
Deity
Krishna
About Holi
Holi (होली) is one of the most significant festivals in the Hindu calendar. Festival of colors, victory of good.
This festival is dedicated to Krishna and follows the Lunar calendar tradition. It is celebrated over 2 days, typically in March.
Muhurat & Timings
The auspicious timings for Holi puja vary each year based on planetary positions. For accurate muhurat timings:
Rituals & Traditions
The key rituals performed during Holi include:
Holika Dahan
Playing colors
Gujiya sweets
How to Celebrate
- Holika Dahan: An important tradition during Holi celebrations.
- Playing colors: An important tradition during Holi celebrations.
- Gujiya sweets: An important tradition during Holi celebrations.
Regional Celebrations
Holi is celebrated across India with special enthusiasm in:
All India
Uttar Pradesh
Rajasthan
Bihar
Each region has unique traditions and ways of celebrating this auspicious occasion.
Astrological Significance
From a Vedic astrology perspective, Holi holds special importance:
- Associated with Krishna's blessings and cosmic energies
- Considered auspicious for starting new ventures on this day
- Planetary alignments during this festival bring love, joy, and divine protection
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