Holika Dahan is celebrated on the night before Holi.

Festival is named after Holika, a demoness who was defeated by the god Vishnu.

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Holika Dahan is therefore seen as a symbol of the triumph of good over evil.

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It is also associated with the arrival of spring and the renewal of life.

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People gather around the bonfires to sing and dance, and to offer prayers to the gods.

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It is a time for forgiveness, reconciliation, and renewal of relationships.

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The bonfires are made from wood, cow dung cakes, and other materials.

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It is believed that Shiva destroyed the demon Tripurasura on this day.

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It is an important festival in India, particularly in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Haryana.

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Holika Dahan is also celebrated by Hindus in other parts of the world, including Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.

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