Holi is one of the oldest Hindu festivals, with references in ancient texts like the Puranas, Dasakumara Charita, and even inscriptions at temples dating back to the 4th century CE. Holi is not just celebrated in India — it is also observed in Nepal, Mauritius, Trinidad, Suriname, Guyana, Fiji, South Africa, the UK, and the USA by Indian diaspora communities. Holi is known by different names in different regions: - Dhulandi in North India - Phagu Purnima in Nepal - Dol Jatra in West Bengal - Yaosang in Manipur - Shimga in Maharashtra and Goa