What is Lathmar Holi? Why is it celebrated?
  • 4 years ago
The joyous festival of Holi is almost here. While the rest of India will be celebrating the Festival of Colours on March 9 and March 10, people in Uttar Pradesh will mark an early Holi 2020 celebration. Lathmar Holi is a local celebration of the Hindu festival of Holi, which takes place days before the actual festivity in neighbouring towns of Barsana and Nandgaon near Mathura, Uttar Pradesh. Laddu or Laddoo Mar Holi is celebrated, a day before Lath Mar Holi in Barsana. People recreate the traditional legends of Lord Krishna, and it is a significant experience to witness the Holi celebrations in Barsana and Mathura.