Holi around the World
Though Holi is purely an Indian festival, it is gradually appealing to the international populace as well. The splendor and charisma of the festival is such that it is celebrated far beyond the boundaries of the country. The secular character of Holi is established by the fact that people residing in different parts of the world soak themselves in the colors of Holi. Indians have spread to the different corners of the globe, contributing to the fact that Holi festival is celebrated widely.
This festival knows no bars, no boundaries. The gusto and the bonhomie with which it is celebrated, is simply worth seeing. People play with colors, light a bonfire called Holika and celebrate the victory of good over evil. The world has become a global village and all the barriers related to caste, color, religion and region are fading away. This is exactly what the festival of Holi propagates. Universal brotherhood, unity and peace are some of the virtues preached by it.
The festival provides people with an opportunity to mingle with each other, thereby improving their ties and bonds. The Indians settled abroad are even more eager to celebrate the festival, as it reminds them of their motherland and their loved ones. Like India, they also exchange sweets and greet each other. The spirit of festivity binds them to their roots. A break from the hum drum of daily life, Holi provides an opportunity to soak them in the colors of harmony.
Holi festival is celebrated with ardor in the countries like USA and UK. These countries constitute a sizeable population of Indians which tells us the reason why the festival is observed with such gaiety here. In USA, religious organizations and societies take the responsibility of organizing the festival. Music programs and meets are conducted to fill the air with the spirit of India. New York is completely dabbled by the colorful waters. Holi is marked by parades and attended by Indians, rejoicing, playing with colors in the midst.
The charm of the festival is enriched by dance performances, fashion shows and music concerts presented by the glitzy, glamorous Bollywood stars. On the other hand, in UK, the revelry of the festival is seen profoundly at places with a large congregation of Indians. The British city of Leicester is particularly known for its love for celebrating Indian festivals. The enthusiasm reaches its peak on the occasion of Holi. The joyous festival is marked with social gatherings and exchange of sweets.
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