Holi also celebrates the Hindu god Krishna and the legend of Holika and Prahlad. Hiranyakashipu was an evil king. He had special powers that made him nearly invincible and he wanted everyone in his kingdom to worship him. He was so powerful he started to act like a god and punished or killed anyone who disobeyed him.
Holi festival can be very crowded and overwhelming, but generally people are in high spirits and Holi is safe. If you leave your valuables at home practice general street smarts you will have a safe and enjoyable Holi experience.
This ancient tradition marks the end of winter and honors the triumph of good over evil. Celebrants light bonfires, throw colorful powder called gulal, eat sweets, and dance to traditional folk music. A man, covered in the bright colors of Holi, showers the crowd with a handful of red powder during the festivities.
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