Hola Mohalla is a vibrant festival unique to Punjab. The festival is all about gallant, warriors, bravery, victory, glory and fearlessness. The word ‘Hola’ is a masculine form of the feminine word ‘Holi. It extends to three days but attendees stay for around a week in the city of Anandpur Sahib which is famous for Hola Mohalla festivities.
The festival involves martial art acts, eating langars, listening to Kirtan, camping out, military processions, and many more. In fact, the word Hola Mohalla, itself translates into a mock fight. Ensure to witness the spectacular sight at Anandpur Sahib. It will surely turn into an amazing experience for you. Also, do not miss out on visiting the Virasat-e-Khalsa Museum while being in the city.
The festival is celebrated one day after Holi. This year we’ll be celebrating Hola Mohalla from March 17-19.
The celebration is held in the city of Anandpur Sahib which literally means ‘a place of bliss’. This is the place where the tenth Sikh guru, Guru Gobind Singh Ji, founded the Khalsa Panth, and where one of the five principal takes of the Sikh faith lies.
Stay:
1. Anand @ The Satluj: It is a luxury accommodation with a farm stay. They offer luxury tented cottages, furnished with comfy four-poster beds and serve organic and fresh food from the farm.
2. Kisan Haveli: A few minutes drive away from the city, this hotel offers spacious rooms and gorgeous views of the city ringed by Shivalik hills.
It’s a festival celebrated by many (mostly men) but the day belongs to the Nihangs. On the day after Holi, the Nihangs unerringly return to the fields of Gurudwara Holgarh Sahib for the festivities to happen. They perform mock battles, dancing menacingly with their swords and standing astride two running horses while throwing colors at the audience.
Organized By:
Punjab Tourism
Sh. Daljit Singh
Plot No.03, Sector-38-A, Opposite Danik Baskar, Ch
01722699140
https://punjabtourism.punjab.gov.in
How to reach:
The nearest airport is International Airport Mohali, which is 89 KMs away.
The nearest convenient railway station is Anandpur Sahib, which is 1 KMs away.
The nearest major city is Anandpur Sahib, which is 1KMs away.
Event Details:
Venue Address: Hola Mahalla Ground - Charan Ganga
Date and Time: 17 Mar 2023 - 19 Mar 2023
Ticket Information: Free
