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Walking on the path of modernity while keeping the thread of tradition alive in the midst of fun and frolic—this is the special feature of Holi even today, though this quality is seen on every festival. especially on the occasion of Holi. On Holi, colours are not showered here alone, but they are also showered with traditions, beliefs, and fun. On Holi, the city witnesses the customs of mixed cultures and communities. On the day of Holi, many types of worship and religious activities are done. People celebrate this festival in different ways.
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At the beginning of Tretayuga, when the first Yajna was performed on earth to protect the people, Lord Vishnu applied some of the ashes to his head and blew them in the wind. After this, the sages also did the same, and it is known that by applying the ashes of Havan to the body, health problems go away. Since then this tradition is going on. Applying ashes to the forehead is called Dhuli Vandan. Due to this, the Dhurendi festival was formed, on which day we play with Rang Gulal.
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spring festivalThis festival is also celebrated in this form. The weather becomes pleasant with the arrival of spring. It is neither too hot nor too cold at this time. In most civilizations, festivals involving fire and water welcome spring. Holi is also a form of spring. In the olden days, the arrival of this season was celebrated by applying colours. That's why it is also called Vasantotsav.
Moon-rising festivalMoon is worshipped specially. On the full moon of Falgun month, the sage Kashyap gave birth to the moon from the womb of Anusuya. That's why on this date, special worship of the moon and an offering of Arghya have been told. Worshiping the moon on the full moon day of Phalgun month destroys the disease. On this festival, Arghya should be offered to the moon by mixing milk with water.
Lakshmi-Narayan PujaMahalakshmi incarnated during Samudra Manthan on Phalgun Purnima. This is the reason why Lakshmi Jayanti is celebrated on the day of Phalgun Purnima. The day of Lakshmi Jayanti is considered very auspicious; any work can be started on this day. Lord Vishnu is also worshipped along with Goddess Lakshmi on this day. During this time, devotees reach temples for darshan, and in Mathura Vrindavan, it has a different color.