Why we celebrate Holi ? - Holi Mythology
Holi is famously known as the festival of colors is one of the much awaited among all. People from around the world know India by its major two festivals that are Holi and Diwali . Since these two festivities have numerous interesting mythological stories and traditional folklore's to talk about. However, this auspicious festival is celebrated not only by the Hindus but people from different parts of the world have also started observing it. We too celebrate this day with too much pomp and show but many of us must not be aware about the legends, mythology and rituals associated. It is said that the festivals of color Holi existed several centuries before Christ. However, the meaning of the festival is believed to have changed over the years. Earlier it was a special rite performed by married women for the happiness and well-being of their families and the full moon (Raka) was worshiped. You may like: FIVE Auspicious Shades Of Holi Legend Of Holika and Prahlad