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I've heard of this...

The Amazing Race participants a season or two ago encountered this festival, some with much better grace and amusement than others! 

Glad to hear more about it!

posted by Ciel on March 21, 2009 at 4:04 PM | link to this | reply

Celebrating Goodness and the difference and uniqueness of the world, I love it. And Bonfires for turning the tide from old to new, cool.

posted by yellowrose55 on March 11, 2009 at 9:47 AM | link to this | reply

May all the colors of life be bestowed on you and your family, Nita. Now I must have my share of bhaang to get some of Shivji's wisdom. Happy Holi.

posted by Bhaskar.ing on March 10, 2009 at 9:12 PM | link to this | reply

thanks Nita for more colorful information. This sounds like a fine celebration!

posted by merkie on March 10, 2009 at 7:02 PM | link to this | reply

I just remembered the kind of songs sung on that day...its called Chowtal and its done with dholak and majeera!

posted by Soul_Builder101 on March 10, 2009 at 3:25 PM | link to this | reply

thought of Dave&Guyana/TnT when I saw this/not big in S.Africa.HoliMubarak

Spring is wonderful when it is celebrated outside in nature! Amen and Aum

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posted by ILLUMINATI8 on March 10, 2009 at 12:18 PM | link to this | reply

ah thanks for sharing....very enjoyable read.

posted by _Symphony_ on March 10, 2009 at 12:10 PM | link to this | reply

This is different from what I know. We call the festival PHAGWA. Long ago, HOLIKA would be burned. The emphasis was on Poojas and ceremonies, spraying of mostly colored liquids, singing special songs (I forgot what they're called) and dancing. Today the focus is on group competitions in the main areas of concentration of East Indians. It is more associated with Krishna and his leelas with the sakis. Some OLDIE Hindi songs, phagwa and the games in society have one consistent thread...rang or color. Interesting connection there!   

posted by Soul_Builder101 on March 10, 2009 at 11:47 AM | link to this | reply

I really love your posts, Snowview, you reveal a different world to me and reveal so well that I can see it and join in.

posted by Rockingrector_retd on March 10, 2009 at 10:50 AM | link to this | reply

thank you for sharing, Nita, and you always add such life to what you share

......:)

posted by Rumor on March 10, 2009 at 10:11 AM | link to this | reply

I was expecting this. Beautiful post.

posted by hardilaziz on March 10, 2009 at 9:26 AM | link to this | reply

Good day Nita! What a fun holiday! It has to be so much fun for those who participate! Your post kept me engaged all the way! I was excited to keep learning! Shelly

posted by sam444 on March 10, 2009 at 8:07 AM | link to this | reply

A truely colorful event.

posted by vogue on March 10, 2009 at 7:53 AM | link to this | reply

I do love these posts my friend!

I found them highly interesting, very enjoyable and most informative; many blessings and thanks for sharing

posted by mariaki on March 10, 2009 at 7:38 AM | link to this | reply

So that's what Holi is all about! Thank you Nita for telling us about it. It sounds great fun. Even though you do not plan to shower your friends I hope you enjoy the festivities.

posted by elinjo on March 10, 2009 at 7:35 AM | link to this | reply