© Alfred YAGHOBZADEH / Divergence
Indian Hindu performing Holika Dahan, also known as 'Kamudu Pyre' in Vrindavan. It is celebrated by burning Holika or the devil. For many traditions in Hinduism, Holi celebrates the death of Holika in order to save Prahlad, and thus Holi gets its name. In the olden days, people use to contribute a piece of wood or two for the Holika bonfire. Vrindavan. India 23/03/2016.
Lieu : VRINDAVAN, INDIA
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