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This is how they play Holi in Vrindavan
They say if you really need to get a feel of vibrant India, head to Vrindavan during Holi.
In Vrindavan -- the seat of the much-revered Krishna Leela and the cradle of the sonorous, secular cult of the Bhakti movement in India -- people celebrate Holi for over a week.
The temple town, located in Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh, draws thousands of tourists who drench themselves in the spirit of devotion
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This is how they play Holi in Vrindavan
A priest throws coloured powder at the devotees during Holi celebrations at Bankey Bihari temple in Vrindavan
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This is how they play Holi in Vrindavan
A woman daubed in colours takes part in Holi celebrations at Bankey Bihari temple in Vrindavan
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This is how they play Holi in Vrindavan
Coloured beam of rays are seen as Hindu priests (unseen) throw coloured powder at the devotees during Holi celebrations at Bankey Bihari temple in Vrindavan
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This is how they play Holi in Vrindavan
A man daubed in coloured powder poses for a picture
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This is how they play Holi in Vrindavan
Devotees daubed in colours sing hymns during Holi celebrations at the Bankey Bihari temple in Vrindavan
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This is how they play Holi in Vrindavan
A priest (left) throws coloured powder and garlands at the devotees during Holi celebrations at Bankey Bihari temple in Vrindavan
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This is how they play Holi in Vrindavan
Devotees react as priests (unseen) throw coloured powder on them during Holi celebrations at the Bankey Bihari temple in Vrindavan
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This is how they play Holi in Vrindavan
Priests throw coloured powder at the devotees during Holi celebrations at Bankey Bihari temple in Vrindavan
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This is how they play Holi in Vrindavan
A devotee reacts as priests (unseen) spray coloured water on him during Holi celebrations at the Bankey Bihari temple in Vrindavan
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