A vibrant procession, children dressed up as Lord Krishna and Radha, celebrations with gulaal at Dwarkadheesh Temple - Mathura, which is believed to be the birthplace of Lord Krishna, is one of the best places in India to celebrate Holi. (Pic: ANI)
Vrindavan is another top place to celebrate the festival of colours. It's known for "phoolon ke Holi' and the main celebrations take place at the Banke Bihari Temple. (Pic: ANI)
Barsana near Mathura is known for its iconic Lathmar Holi where men get playfully beaten by women with sticks on Holi. But visit a week earlier than the actual Holi, when the Lathmar Holi takes place. (Pic: ANI)
Holi in Shantiniketan, West Bengal, is all about dry colours and cultural programmes. It is celebrated as Basant Utsav or the spring festival, which Rabindranath Tagore introduced. (Pic: ANI)
According to reports, the Maharaja lights the ceremonial bonfire in the palace courtyard - Mewar Holika Dahan - and kick-starts Holi in this resplendent Rajasthani town. On the day of Holi, the narrow alleys come alive with festivities and of course, colours. (Pic: Freepik)
Yes, your favourite beach destination is also a great place to visit on Holi. The festival is known as 'Shigmo' in Goa. Get ready to celebrate with bands, parades and nighttime musical fares. (Pic: Freepik)
Revel in the beauty of the heritage monuments of Hampi as they come alive on the two days of Holi. (Pic: Pixabay)
The beautiful Rajasthan capital looks all the more resplendent on Holi. Majestic processions, cultural programmes, Holi celebrations at grand forts and resorts and elephant festivals make Holi a memorable experience in Pink City. (Pic: Freepik)
The ancient city of Pushkar is a lively place to be during Holi. Pushkar attracts national and international tourists and Holi sees many popular festivals, apart from local lanes being dotted with people celebrating with colours. (Pic: ANI)
The country's capital has numerous Holi parties and events which include good food, music, DJs, rain dances, pool parties and more. So for a cosmopolitan Holi, go to Delhi. (Pic: Pixabay)