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Happy Holi :)

            Holi is a religious spring festival celebrated by Hindus as a festival of colours.

Every year, thousands of Hindus participate in the festival Holi. The festival has many purposes. First and foremost, it celebrates the beginning of the new season, spring. Originally, it was a festival that commemorated good harvests and the fertile land. Hindus believe it is a time of enjoying spring's abundant colors and saying farewell to winter. It also has a religious purpose, commemorating events present in Hindu mythology. Although it is the least religious holiday, it is probably one of the most exhilarating ones in existence. During this event, participants hold a bonfire, throw colored powder at each other, and celebrate.

In most areas, Holi lasts about two days. Holi lowers (but does not remove completely) the strictness of social norms, which includes gaps between age, gender, status, and caste. Together, the rich and poor, women and men, enjoy each other’s presence on this day. No one expects polite behaviour; as a result, the atmosphere is filled with excitement, fun and joy.

Taken in: India / Tamil Nadu / Chennai / Esplanade (show map)

Taken on: March 27, 2013

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Camera: Nikon D7000, f/1.8, 1/125 sec, 50mm (=75mm), ISO 100 (more info) (hide info)

Camera:	Nikon D7000
Lens:	50.0 mm f/1.8
Aperture:	f/1.8
Exposure Time:	0.008 sec (1/125)
Focal Length:	50mm (35mm equivalent: 75mm)
ISO:	100
Exposure Bias:	-2/3 EV
Flash:	Off, Did not fire
Exposure Program:	Aperture-priority AE
Exposure Mode:	Auto
Metering Mode:	Spot
White Balance:	Auto
Contrast:	High
Sharpness:	Hard
Color Space:	Uncalibrated
Software:	Adobe Photoshop CS5 Windows
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