How many types of Holi are played in Braj
Braj Holi is celebrated in many ways. There are various rituals to celebrate Holi here like Lathmar Holi, where women beat men with sticks, and Raasleela, which depicts the divine love of Radha and Krishna through dance and music. Along with this, everyone wishes to participate in the flower Holi here.
Braj Holi festival of colours had started from 3 February
Braj Holi Holi festival of colours started on Basant Panchami (February) in Vrindavan after special Shringar Aarti at Thakur Banke Bihari temple. Where first of all gulal was applied to Thakur ji. Where flag hoisting was done at Ladli ji temple on 3 February.
Different types of Holi will be played on these dates
Braj Holi Rangotsav includes Lathmar Holi, Phool Ki Holi, Laddu Holi, and Huranga. The dates of which are as follows: –
On 8 March, Lathmar Holi will be played in Barsana.
– Holi will be celebrated in Nandgaon on 9 March.
– Phool Ki Holi will be played on 10 March at Banke Bihari temple in Vrindavan.
– Holika Dahan will be on 13 March.
– Holi with colors (Dhulendi) will be played on 14 March.
– Huranga celebrations will be organized at Dauji temple in Baldev and other places from 15 to 22 March.
What is Huranga Ceremony?
Dauji ka Huranga is played after Holi in Baldev village of Mathura. The festival is named after Lord Krishna’s elder brother Baldev (Dau). According to beliefs, Huranga is traditionally played between Bhabhis and Devars. The dates and venues of the event are as follows:-
15 March – Huranga Baldev’s Dauji Temple
16 March – Huranga Nandgaon
17 March – Traditional Huranga Jao Village
18 March – Charkula Dance Mukhrai
19 March – Huranga Batain
20 March – Huranga Gidoh
21 March – Rang Panchami – Huranga Khaira
22 March – Holi Festival Rangnathji Temple, Vrindavan
Do not miss these things during Holi in Braj
Lathmar Holi: Women chase men with sticks and smear colors on them, depicting the playful traditions of Radha and Krishna. Men defend themselves with sticks.
Phool Ki Holi: Banke Bihari Temple celebrates Holi with flower petals instead of colors. You will be mesmerized by the sight of Holi.
Huranga: Dauji Temple in Baldev celebrates Holi with music and dance. Those who could not attend Holi due to some reason can attend Huranga celebrations as it is held after Holi.
