The Legend Behind Holi

The festival of Holi is rooted in the Hindu legend of Holika.

The Tale of Holika and Prahlad

According to the legend, Holika, a female demon, attempted to kill her nephew Prahlad due to his worship of the Hindu god Vishnu. Prahlad reportedly survived a burning fire, while Holika was consumed by the flames.

Holika, a female demon, attempted to kill her nephew Prahlad due to his worship of the Hindu god Vishnu.