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Festivals celebrated around the world that are similar to Holi
From Songkran to La Tomatina, here are a few festivals from around the world that are similar to Holi. While they may have different cultural and historical origins, they share a common theme of celebrating life, joy, and community through colourful and exuberant expressions.
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Holi is a colourful and joyous festival that is mainly celebrated in India and Nepal, but there are similar festivals that take place in other parts of the world. Here are some festivals similar to Holi from around the world: (Unsplash)
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Songkran: Songkran is a water festival that is celebrated in Thailand and other parts of Southeast Asia. It marks the Thai New Year and is celebrated by throwing water on people as a symbol of cleansing and purification. (Pixabay)
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La Tomatina: La Tomatina is a tomato-throwing festival that is held in Buñol, Spain, on the last Wednesday of August every year. Like Holi, it is a festival of joy and fun, and it is celebrated by throwing tomatoes at each other. (Pinterest)
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Boryeong Mud Festival, South Korea: This festival takes place in July in Boryeong, South Korea. It involves mud wrestling, mud sliding, and other mud-based activities. (Pinterest)
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Dia de los Muertos, Mexico: This festival takes place on November 1 and 2 in Mexico and is a celebration of the dead. It involves colourful costumes, sugar skulls, and altars honouring deceased loved ones. (Pinterest)
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