In India, Holi, the festival of colours, is celebrated on Phalgun Purnima, which comes around end of February or early March. However, the famous festival has traversed global borders to become a festival celebrated across many countries today.
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Massive gatherings come together to celebrate the festival of colours
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Massive gatherings come together to celebrate the festival of colours
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People celebrating Holi in Italy
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People celebrating Holi in Italy
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Some European cities organise Holi parties for everyone to participate in
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Some European cities organise Holi parties for everyone to participate in
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People from all cultures and communities attend these celebrations
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People from all cultures and communities attend these celebrations
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Music concerts in Europe to celebrate holi take place
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Music concerts in Europe to celebrate holi take place
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A holi party in a UK neighbourhood
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A holi party in a UK neighbourhood
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Holi celebration in the streets of Washington DC in the USA
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Holi celebration in the streets of Washington DC in the USA
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