Holi, the Hindu festival of colours, this year – like most celebrations in 2021 – were a muted affair in the UAE. However, there was some festivity, even if it came with masks and COVID-19 precautions in place.
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Residents started shopping for the traditional coloured powders on March 28. Above, shoppers buying colour and water guns at Madhoor store in Bur Dubai.
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Water guns, powered colours and water balloons are traditionally used to celebrate.
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On Holi, your water gun will still be the most beloved weapon you will carry to splash your friends with coloured water.
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Food is integral to every festival in India and what better way to experience a deep dive into the culture than with a sweet of savory snack.
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On Holi, sweets and snacks such as gujiiyas and kanji are a must-have.
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Resident in Dubai checks out an event-appropriate T-shirt at Madhoor store in Bur Dubai.
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Smile and pain the town red, blue, green and more colours on Holi.
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