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Lathmar Holi (Holi of sticks) is a Hindu festival celebrated in the twin towns of Barsana and Nandgaon, also known as the towns of Radha and Krishna respectively. Every year, during the period of Holi , thousands of devotees and tourists visit these towns to celebrate the festival. While the festival typically involves throwing colours, each region adds its unique twist, creating unforgettable experiences for those who celebrate it. Let’s dive into some unique Holi celebrations across India. 1. Lathmar Holi – Barsana, Uttar Pradesh. In the small town of Barsana, Holi takes on a playful and historic twist with Lathmar The traditional ‘Lathmar’ Holi festivities began in Nandgaon, marking the start of Mathura’s week-long Holi celebrations. This lively and colorful celebration traces its origins to the Women in Barsana celebrated Lathmar Holi by playfully hitting men from Nandgaon with sticks, recreating a legend of Krishna and Radha. Men wore turbans and shields, while devotees smeared in Hindu men from the Barsana village smeared with powdered dye sing devotional songs as they celebrate the Lathmar Holi festival in Barsana village, Mathura, India. EPA Hindu devotees take part in the religious festival of Holi inside a temple in Nandgaon, in the state of Uttar Pradesh. As per mythology, Lord Krishna and his troop used to visit Barsana to play Holi with Radha and other Gopis, and lathmar Holi is held to recreate that time and keep the tradition alive. This celebration draws millions of people from across India and abroad every year who take part in the celebrations. The lively tradition of Lathmar Holi kicked off in Nandgaon, ushering in a week-long Holi celebration in Mathura. By : ABP Live | Updated at : 11 Mar 2025 11:49 AM (IST) Devotees playing with gulal as they celebrate Lathmar Holi in Mathura's Nandgaon. This unique and vibrant event, celebrated with great enthusiasm, is deeply rooted in the legends of Lord Krishna and Radha. According to folklore, Lathmar Holi symbolises the playful exchange Lathmar Holi (लठमार होली) (laṭṭhamār holi) is a Hindu festival which means of "Holi of sticks". This festival is celebrated with lot of fervour and excitement in the twin towns of Barsana and Nandgaon, also known as the towns of Radha and Krishna respectively. Every year during the period of Holi, thousands of devotees Did you know a week or so before Holi, people try to celebrate Holi in different styles and unique ways in Braj? From Lathmar holi to laddu holi, all these types of Holi are interestingly inspired by Lord Krishna and Radha's stories. These different styles of Holi are celebrated in Mathura, Vrindavan, Barsana and Nandgaon. When is Lathmar Holi celebrated in 2025? March 8th, 2025, in Barsana, Uttar Pradesh, beginning at the Radha Rani Temple. What should I wear? Comfortable, old clothes that can get stained, with oil on skin and hair for protection. Braj Holi 2025: Braj's Holi is famous worldwide. Unlike the usual one or two-day celebrations, Braj's Rangotsav lasts for 40 days, beginning on Vasant Panchami. Here, Holi is played not just with colors but also with flowers, laddoos, and even the famous Lathmar Holi. The celebrations start on Lathmar Holi 2025 : भारत में होली का त्यौहार बड़े ही धूमधाम से मनाया जाता है। इसके लिए लोग सालभर इंतजार करते हैं। हर राज्य में इसे अलग-अलग तरीके Hindu men from the Barsana village smeared with powdered dye sing devotional songs as they celebrate the Lathmar Holi festival in Barsana village, Mathura, India. EPA Hindu devotees take part in the religious festival of Holi inside a temple in Nandgaon, in the state of Uttar Pradesh. Here are the points that make Lathmar Holi Barsana different from conventional Holi. 1. The location: The primary location for celebrating Lathmar Holi is Barsana, Uttar Pradesh where the conventional Holi is celebrated all around India. 2. The focus: In Lathmar Holi, the main focus is on the women’s agency. Here the women participate The festival of Rangwali Holi was very dear to Lord Shri Krishna. While Holi is celebrated with great enthusiasm across the country and abroad, the Holi celebration in Braj is truly unique. In Braj, Holi is celebrated for 40 days, and it includes not only colours but also flowers, laddus, and the famous Lathmar Holi. When Will Holi 2025 Be The Holi Mahotsav or Braj Holi Mahotsav celebrated in Vrindavan represents both historical significance and mythological origins. According to a legend, Lord Krishna celebrated Holi with Radha and the Gopis in Vrindavan’s lush fields. • March 9, 2025 (Sunday): Lathmar Holi continues in Nandgaon, celebrating the playful interactions between the villages of Radha and Krishna. • March 10, 2025 (Monday): Phoolon Wali Holi at Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan, where the festival is celebrated with flowers instead of colors. What is Lathmar Holi? The Lathmar Holi is a unique and playful version of the traditional Holi celebration, where women playfully beat men with sticks or ‘lathis’. This unique form of celebration happens only in Barsana and its neighbouring village, Nandgaon, which has a rich cultural and religious history.
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