1. Holi is celebrated after the full moon in the month of ‘Phalguna’ which generally falls between February and March.
2. The figure of Holika burning a top a pyre during the Holika Dahan in Mathura on Purnima (full moon) the night before Holi
4. Before smearing colors on one another people usually put a vertical line on each other’s forehead known as ‘Tilak’.
5. Very next day of Holi is for social bonding and on this day, people visit each other’s house where they greet each other with Gujiyaa’s and Namakeen's.
6. The second day of the festival of Holi which is also referred to as “Rangwali Holi” is the main day when people play with wet and dry colors.
7. A lot of different colors are involved and it’s a great time for everyone as every one irrespective of their age participates.
Water is a big part of the event, as many people use water balloons and participate in exciting water fights with their family and friends.