Mukhrai village of Mathura, the origin of Charkula dance
Holi is the festival of colors, people apply colors on each other and play with colors. It comes during the…
Category: Festivals
Panda walks bare footed through bonfire at Bhakt Prahlad’s village
Braj is mostly known for its vibrant culture and celebrations of festivals. People of Braj celebrate several festivals associated with …
Gantholi, the origin of Holi in Braj
The village of Gantholi lies 3 km. west of the town of Govardhan. Here Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu saw the deity…
Different moods of Holi in Braj
Amongst India’s innumerable festivals, Holi ranks as the most colourful festival. It celebrates the arrival of spring and death of…
Tradition of playing holi in Braj’s village of Jaab
(by Padmashree Mohan Swarup Bhatia): Mathura and its surrounding areas are mostly known for their vibrant culture and celebrations of…