10 Fascinating Facts About Holi: The Festival of Colors and Love!

Holi, the festival of colors, is celebrated with great enthusiasm and zeal across Nepal, India and other parts of the world. The festival marks the arrival of spring and the victory of good over evil. In this article, we will share some interesting facts about Holi celebration.

The legend of Holika Dahan : The celebration of Holi is associated with the legend of Holika Dahan. According to the Hindu mythology, Holika, the sister of the demon king Hiranyakashipu, tried to kill Hiranyakashipu's son Prahlad by burning him alive. However, Prahlad's devotion to Lord Vishnu saved him from the fire, and Holika was burnt to ashes. This event is celebrated as Holika Dahan, where people burn effigies of Holika to signify the victory of good over evil.