Find out what vocabulary is used during Holi with this bright and colourful video.

Holi is a world-famous Hindu festival that symbolises the triumph of good over evil, as well as celebrating love, the beginning of spring, and the mending of broken bonds. A colourful powder called gulal and dyed water is thrown by festival-goers during a massive street party that takes place on the second day of Holi. The celebration is open to individuals of all ages and backgrounds - get some colour in your cheeks, and have a blast!

As a first introduction to Holi, you can’t go wrong with our Holi vocabulary video, it’s perfect for taking your class through the icons, rituals, and imagery associated with Holi!



Take a look at some of our Holi resources available on the Twinkl website: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/fpvbi

0:00 What Words Are Related to Holi?
0:04 What Month Is Holi?
0:17 Why Is Gulal Used?
0:33 What Is a Pichkari?
0:47 Why Do Hindus Do Rangoli?
1:00 Why Are Bonfires Lit at Holi?
1:12 What Is Indian Burfi Made Of?
1:24 What Food Do You Eat on Holi?
1:39 What Is the Holi Dance Called?
1:56 What Happens in the Festival Holi?
2:17 What is the traditional Holi celebration?

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