Happy Holi 2018: What You Should Know About The Colorful Spring Festival | TIME

Happy Holi 2018: What You Should Know About The Colorful Spring Festival | TIME

Happy Holi! Also known as the “festival of colors,” Holi is primarily observed in South Asia but has spread across the world in celebration of love and the changing of the seasons. Rooted in Hindu mythology, Holi also celebrates the triumph of good over evil — symbolism that correlates with the passing of winter. Subscribe to TIME ►► http://po.st/SubscribeTIME The Holi Festival’s history stems from the legend of a female demon and her brother, who believed was the ruler of the universe, according to CNN. His son, however, followed Vishnu, the protector of the universe, turning his back on the demon. The demon siblings plotted to kill the sun, but failed and died after Vishnu protected the son, who in turn became the king. Get closer to the world of entertainment and celebrity news as TIME gives you access and insight on the people who make what you watch, read and share.    • Playlist   Money helps you learn how to spend and invest your money. Find advice and guidance you can count on from how to negotiate, how to save and everything in between.    • Playlist   Find out more about the latest developments in science and technology as TIME’s access brings you to the ideas and people changing our world.    • Playlist   Let TIME show you everything you need to know about drones, autonomous cars, smart devices and the latest inventions which are shaping industries and our way of living    • Playlist   Stay up to date on breaking news from around the world through TIME’s trusted reporting, insight and access    • Playlist   CONNECT WITH TIME Web: http://time.com/ Twitter:   / time   Facebook:   / time   Google+: https://plus.google.com/+TIME/videos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/time/?hl=en Magazine: http://time.com/magazine/ Newsletter: time.com/newsletter ABOUT TIME TIME brings unparalleled insight, access and authority to the news. A 24/7 news publication with nearly a century of experience, TIME’s coverage shapes how we understand our world. Subscribe for daily news, interviews, science, technology, politics, health, entertainment, and business updates, as well as exclusive videos from TIME’s Person of the Year, TIME 100 and more created by TIME’s acclaimed writers, producers and editors. Happy Holi 2018: What You Should Know About the Colorful Spring Festival | TIME    / timemagazine