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Photograph of a dance performance by teenagers and women at a Holi celebration hosted at the Shree Mahalakshmi Temple in Vancouver, B.C.

Holi, often called the "festival of colors," is a vibrant and joyful Hindu celebration that marks spring's arrival and the triumph of good over evil. This festival, mainly observed in South Asia but also recognized globally, typically spans two days and is rooted in ancient traditions, mythology and community gatherings. Its date changes, as it is based on the full moon in the month of Phalguna, part of the Hindu lunar calendar, usually falling in late February or March. Holi, dating back to the 4th century, stands alongside Diwali, the festival of lights, as one of the most prominent Hindu celebrations and is famous for the playful tossing of colored powders and water.


Established in 1990, by Pandit Pramera Chaitanya, Shree Mahalakshmi Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Mahalakshmi. They offer various services, including workship, chanting, meditations, and ritualistic celebrations of all the Hindu festivals.
Description
Photograph of a dance performance by teenagers at a Holi celebration hosted at the Shree Mahalakshmi Temple in Vancouver, B.C.

Holi, often called the "festival of colors," is a vibrant and joyful Hindu celebration that marks spring's arrival and the triumph of good over evil. This festival, mainly observed in South Asia but also recognized globally, typically spans two days and is rooted in ancient traditions, mythology and community gatherings. Its date changes, as it is based on the full moon in the month of Phalguna, part of the Hindu lunar calendar, usually falling in late February or March. Holi, dating back to the 4th century, stands alongside Diwali, the festival of lights, as one of the most prominent Hindu celebrations and is famous for the playful tossing of colored powders and water.


Established in 1990, by Pandit Pramera Chaitanya, Shree Mahalakshmi Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Mahalakshmi. They offer various services, including workship, chanting, meditations, and ritualistic celebrations of all the Hindu festivals.
Description
Photograph of a dance performance by teenagers at a Holi celebration hosted at the Shree Mahalakshmi Temple in Vancouver, B.C.

Holi, often called the "festival of colors," is a vibrant and joyful Hindu celebration that marks spring's arrival and the triumph of good over evil. This festival, mainly observed in South Asia but also recognized globally, typically spans two days and is rooted in ancient traditions, mythology and community gatherings. Its date changes, as it is based on the full moon in the month of Phalguna, part of the Hindu lunar calendar, usually falling in late February or March. Holi, dating back to the 4th century, stands alongside Diwali, the festival of lights, as one of the most prominent Hindu celebrations and is famous for the playful tossing of colored powders and water.


Established in 1990, by Pandit Pramera Chaitanya, Shree Mahalakshmi Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Mahalakshmi. They offer various services, including workship, chanting, meditations, and ritualistic celebrations of all the Hindu festivals.
Description
Photograph of a dance performance by teenagers at a Holi celebration hosted at the Shree Mahalakshmi Temple in Vancouver, B.C.

Holi, often called the "festival of colors," is a vibrant and joyful Hindu celebration that marks spring's arrival and the triumph of good over evil. This festival, mainly observed in South Asia but also recognized globally, typically spans two days and is rooted in ancient traditions, mythology and community gatherings. Its date changes, as it is based on the full moon in the month of Phalguna, part of the Hindu lunar calendar, usually falling in late February or March. Holi, dating back to the 4th century, stands alongside Diwali, the festival of lights, as one of the most prominent Hindu celebrations and is famous for the playful tossing of colored powders and water.


Established in 1990, by Pandit Pramera Chaitanya, Shree Mahalakshmi Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Mahalakshmi. They offer various services, including workship, chanting, meditations, and ritualistic celebrations of all the Hindu festivals.
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Photograph of unidentified teenagers and adults on stage at a Diwali celebration at the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C. in Burnaby, B.C.

Deepavali, also known as Diwali, is a major religious festival celebrated by Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs, and translates to "the Festival of Lights." The festival lasts five days: the first day is known as Dhanteras; followed by Choti Diwali; Lakshmi Puja, which is the main celebration; Govardhan Puja; and finally Bhai Dooj. The festival is typically marked by the cleaning and decorating of homes, as well as the lighting of diyas and rangoli designs. Each region in India and religion has their own manner of celebrating Deepavali and their own gods to be worshipped.

Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
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Photograph of unidentified teenagers and adults on stage at a Diwali celebration at the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C. in Burnaby, B.C.

Deepavali, also known as Diwali, is a major religious festival celebrated by Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs, and translates to "the Festival of Lights." The festival lasts five days: the first day is known as Dhanteras; followed by Choti Diwali; Lakshmi Puja, which is the main celebration; Govardhan Puja; and finally Bhai Dooj. The festival is typically marked by the cleaning and decorating of homes, as well as the lighting of diyas and rangoli designs. Each region in India and religion has their own manner of celebrating Deepavali and their own gods to be worshipped.

Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
Description
Photograph of unidentified teenagers on stage at a Diwali celebration at the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C. in Burnaby, B.C.

Deepavali, also known as Diwali, is a major religious festival celebrated by Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs, and translates to "the Festival of Lights." The festival lasts five days: the first day is known as Dhanteras; followed by Choti Diwali; Lakshmi Puja, which is the main celebration; Govardhan Puja; and finally Bhai Dooj. The festival is typically marked by the cleaning and decorating of homes, as well as the lighting of diyas and rangoli designs. Each region in India and religion has their own manner of celebrating Deepavali and their own gods to be worshipped.

Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.