Those of you that don’t know what he festival of colors it celebrates the beginning of the new season, spring. Originally, it was a festival that commemorated good harvests and the fertile land. Hindus believe it is a time of enjoying spring's abundant colors and saying farewell to winter. It also has a religious purpose, commemorating events present in Hindu mythology. During this event, participants hold a bonfire, throw colored powder at each other, and celebrate wildly.
We had never been and always wanted to go but would forget about it each year. This year I planned ahead and we went on Saturday. We took Drew’s best friend Bryce with us also. Let’s just say it was an experience!! A bit crowed 50,000 people!!!!!!!! we all had to hold hands every where we tried to walk or we would have gotten separated instantly! it was crazy crazy!!!! you could not walk without touching people!! we had to walk about 3 miles to the temple and back to our car after, the parking was just outrageous! The boys seemed to have fun I think. I’m not sure I’d go again, that was a bit to crowded for me! I didn’t mind the mess, inhaling it was not fun though! lol At least we can say we’ve gone and experienced the festival!!!
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