
Barsana happens to be the birthplace of Radha. Radha is the lady love of Lord Krishna. And so, there is even more enthusiasm in the air of Barsana every year during Lathmar Holi. Krishna, a mischievous romantic was well known for his pranks on the gopis. Radha, his childhood friend often fell prey to his mischief. In fact, it is said that it was Krishna who kick started the tradition of throwing colors and Radha was the first one to get all the colorful smears.
Lathmar Holi at Barsana is celebrated to replay the age old tradition. The women of Barsana on the decoy of taking revenge for what Krishna did to Radha chase men with lathis. The fun doesn’t end at that. Men are not allowed to retaliate to the thrashing until the next day where they take charge of the situation by drenching women in water followed by spraying holi colors made from native dyes.
With a riot of colors and smiles everywhere, Holi is one cultural event of India that stays ahead in entertainment more than numerous international festivals. Lathmar Holi is a festival that brings together people from all age groups and families; a festival that witnesses pure enthusiasm and laughter.