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Countries in Asia especially in India have many festivals and colorful celebrations of life and wealth.

India celebrates a unique spring festival called Holi or also called as the Festival of Colors. During the first day of its celebration, bonfires are lit at night that would signify burning Holika. The second day of celebration is known as Dhulandi and during this day, people throw colored powder and water at each other. The sudden change of season is believed to be the cause of viral fever and cold that is why the throwing of colored powders is done because it is believed to have a medical significance. The colors are composed of Neem, Kumkum, Haldi, Bilva and other medicinal plants that are prescribed by the Ayurvedic doctors.

On the later days, the celebration is then called Rangapanchai which signify the end of the festivities. Holi often involves Dhoil’s and other musical instruments. It is done for two days in the later part of February or early March.

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