By Admin 
While Holi is limited to one to two days across the country, in Braj this festival continues for about 40 days. Lathmar Holi of Barsana is considered to be the most special among the Holi of Braj which is related to the pastimes of Lord Shri Krishna and Radha Rani. Every year lakhs of devotees and tourists reach Vrindavan, Mathura and Barsana to see it. In such a situation, if you are also planning to be a part of this unique Holi this year, then correct information about travel and time is very important. Let us now tell you how you can go to Vrindavan Barsana to witness Lathmar Holi and how many days in advance you will have to reach for it.
When is Lathmar Holi of Barsana?
According to Braj tradition, Lathmar Holi of Barsana will be celebrated on 25th and 26th February in 2026. Laddoo Holi will be played in Barsana on 25th February, while main Lathmar Holi will be played on 26th February. After this, Lathmar Holi is also organized in Nandgaon, which a large number of people come to see.
When will we reach Vrindavan?
To experience Vrindavan Lathmar Holi, you are advised to reach Vrindavan at least 4 to 5 days before Rangwali Holi. With this, one can participate in various events happening in Barsana, Nandgaon, Vrindavan and Mathura without haste. At the same time, as the festival approaches, the crowd here increases significantly, hence arriving in advance is considered safer and more convenient. The distance from Vrindavan or Mathura to Barsana is about 45 to 50 kilometers. One can reach here by road in one and a half to 2 hours. On the day of Holi, considering the traffic and crowd, it is considered right to leave very early in the morning. The distance from Delhi to Barsana is about 150 kilometers, so you can easily go to Barsana by car from Delhi.
What things should be kept in mind during the journey?
There is a huge crowd in Barsana on the day of Lathmar Holi, hence it is considered best to reach between 5 to 6 am in the morning. Apart from this, keep in mind that during Lathmar Holi, wear light and full-sleeved clothes, keep mobile and important items safe. It is important to follow the instructions issued by the temples and local administration. At the same time, it is considered safer for women and elderly people to travel in groups. Apart from this, accommodation facilities in Barsana are limited, hence most people book hotels in Vrindavan or Mathura and go to Barsana early in the morning and return by evening. Hotels fill up quickly during Holi, hence advance booking is necessary.
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