New Delhi, Feb. 27 -- Preparations for one of the most widely celebrated festivals of Holi - which is just a few days away - are in full swing across the nation. In several places, the festive atmosphere is already in place with a burst of colors on the streets to welcome the local and tourist participants of the early celebrations.

The Braj area in Uttar Pradesh is well known for its large-scale Holi celebrations. The place holds its prominence for "Braj Ki Holi," which attracts thousands of visitors every year. The region is deeply associated with the life and legends of Krishna, and events such as Lathmar Holiand Phoolon ki Holi. The important towns in the Braj region are Mathura, Vrindavan, Barsana, Nandgaon, and Gokul where large nu...