Holi 2024: Countries that celebrate this festival apart from India

Holi 2024

The festival of colours is right around the corner and we have come up with exciting Holi plans for you all. Many countries besides India celebrate the festival of colours. Here are countries that celebrate Holi apart from India.

Thailand

Songkran is one of the most similar messy festivals to Holi because people tend to throw ice-cold water and apply the beige coloured paste to each other. Songkran is a celebration to mark the start of the Buddhist New Year.

Nepal

Celebrated as a week-long festival called Fagu or Holi, its a joyous occasion marked by throwing colored powder, exchanging gifts, and feasting on delicacies.

Sri Lanka

Known as Thaipongal, Holi in Sri Lanka is a harvest festival observed by the Tamil community. People light bonfires, cook sweet pongal (rice dish), and shower each other with colored powders.

Mauritius

This island nation, with a significant Hindu population, celebrates Holi with immense fervor. People gather in temples, light bonfires (Holika Dahan), and participate in vibrant street celebrations with colored powders and water guns.

Guyana

Due to a large Indian diaspora, Holi is a prominent festival in Guyana. Celebrations are similar to India, with people playing with colors, enjoying traditional foods, and attending cultural events.

South Africa

The South African Indian community observes Holi with immense joy, known as Phagwah. Celebrations involve throwing colored powders, communal feasts, and parades.

Fiji

Holi is a public holiday in Fiji, reflecting the significant Indian population. People enjoy throwing colors, attending cultural programs, and indulging in delectable sweets.