On arriving at the Vrindavan we realise we're staying in Hare Krishna accomodation. There's a 30 foot waterfall, a temple and hundreds of rooms. The whole pointed being here is to experience Holi,so we follow the recommendation of the reception and go to Bankey Bihari Temple, the holiest temple in town. Soon the busting steets narrow Into a chaotic mass of people shoving their way towards the temple entrances and we leave our shoes, and join the throng of people jostling to enter. Inside its the most crazy, uplifting and spiritual gathering I've ever seen. As well as being targeted for being covered with paint, we try to cross the temple floor without slipping, as it is awash with water and gloopy powder. This temple is unbelievable, the devout are chanting as one, throwing powder and at fever pitch. We seek solace on the raised platform and watch the activities from a safe place. Wow this is Holi!
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