Lathmar Holi festival in India

K.K. Arora / Reuters

Men daubed in colours celebrate Lathmar Holi, also known as the Festival of Colours, at Barsana in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh on March 14. This tradition heralds the beginning of spring and is celebrated all over India.

K.K. Arora / Reuters

A man plays a drum as he celebrates Lathmar Holi, also known as the Festival of Colours, at Barsana in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh on March 14.

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Alright, who brought the salsa?!

    Reply#1 - Tue Mar 15, 2011 8:50 AM EDT

    And you thought Mardi Gras was stupid.

      Reply#2 - Tue Mar 15, 2011 8:13 PM EDT
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