Holi- A Multifaceted Festival of Asia

Asia is the largest and most populous continent of the world. With 32 countries, it's highly rich in culture and vivid traditions. To understand them better, festivals play a key role. Similarly, one of the Asian countries, India is exclusively known for its festivals all across the globe.

At present, people of India are busy preparing for Holi, the 2nd most celebrated festivals of the country. The celebration falls on Phalgun Purnima during spring months. 2011 Holi according to Hindu calender is going to be celebrated on 20th of March. This multifaceted festival is not just famous for its colors , mirth and intoxicating drinks, but for various Hindu mythological stories related with it. Some states like Uttar Pradesh, including other northern parts of the country celebrate it around Holika Prahlad incident while moving south, we see people commemorating Kamadeva legend on Holi.

In West Bengal that forms the eastern most part of the country, it is widely known as Basant Mahotsav. There it reveals the rejoice of natives for good fertility and plentiful harvest the season of spring brings along with. Similarly, in Rajasthan, which lies extreme west side of the country, its popularly known as Braj Mahotsav. The entire celebration over there reflects Radha Krishna's immortal love story.

No mater what rest of the states follow, one thing is common in all that is message of unity and brotherhood. Gifting colors, sweets, water guns & pichkaris, dry fruits and many other things is very much prevalent during the festive season of Holi. It is one single festival that is celebrated without any restriction. This spectacular event is thus, of great historical and cultural importance.

The two day celebration keeps people fully engrossed in the festival and as one community that is Indian. So celebrate this holy festival with unique Holi gifts online. It is a great way to convey your love and affection to your dear ones and stay united irrespective of region, castes and creed.