“If winter comes, can spring be far behind?” These lines by the famous poet PB Shelley speak volumes about the anticipation of spring. The winter can be bone-chilling, the autumn can be gloomy and the summer can be wilting. And spring? Spring is a coming together of colourful hues. The pinks, the yellows and the reds dance, and the sunshine finally breaks in; spring is happiness. The month of March is the onset of spring, and a great chance to witness nature blossoming in myriad colours. Take a look at some spectacular holiday destinations that are at their best during March :
Keukenhof Gardens– Netherlands (23 March - 21 May)
Netherlands is famous for many things, especially Amsterdam - the political capital of the country, is also the unofficial party capital of the world. Among the many things that this country has to offer, the Keukenhof Gardens is the most breathtaking of the lot. It is quite a mesmerising sight to see the tulips bloom full season during this time of the year.
Holi – India (24 March)
Holi, a spring festival in India, is a riot of colours. A celebration of love, and the victory of good over evil, this is one of the most vibrant festivals that the world has seen. What is immensely attractive about Holi is that one would see people throwing colourful powders and splashing coloured water on each other. This raucous affair has a madness that is hard to fathom; it has to be experienced.
If you want to be a part of Holi celebrations in India, book a holiday package with us here.
Cherry Blossom Festival (Hanami) – Japan (24th March)
Japan is one of the most exotic destinations to holiday in during spring. Anyone traveling to Japan in the springtime is blessed to witness an enthralling natural event in Japan’s seasonal calendar. Hanami, or flower viewing, is a beautiful Japanese custom of enjoying the blooming of cherry blooms after the winter gives way to spring.
By Neetu George