'Festival of Colours' celebrated in Leicester today

The Holi festival is being celebrated in Leicester today. Credit: Pukaar News

The Holi festival is being celebrated in Leicester today. Also known as the Festival of Colours, it's a major event in the Hindu calendar.

It's celebrated across the world by splashing paint on those participating and lighting bonfires. A Holi event has also taken place at Spinney Hills Park in Leicester this evening.

It's celebrated across the world by splashing paint on those participating and lighting bonfires. Credit: Pukaar News
A Holi event has also taken place at Spinney Hills Park in Leicester this evening. Credit: Pukaar News