Holi, the festival of colours, represents the end of winters and the arrival of spring.
Hindus across the Indian subcontinent come out to smear colours on each other while indulging in music and dance.
The festival of Holi has many variations and traditions that begin days before the main Holi day. Holi is often touted as the festival that celebrates the triumph of good over evil.
While most play Holi and sing songs, some have added local variations to the festival that delve deep into the Hindu mythology.
People also indulge in food and drinks during the festival. What sets apart Holi in terms of edibles is crisp, tasty and flaky ghujiyas. Ghujiya is a sweet dumpling made with suji or maida flour and stuffed with khoya (dried milk).
While ghujiyas hold the title of signature holi dish, the signature drink for holi is said to be the cannabis-infused bhang. Bhang is made from dried flowers and leaves of cannabis plant. It is mixed with milk, water, dry fruits and spices, and is consumed as a drink.
(With inputs from AP)
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