Festivities in Asia are plentiful. A visual journey through the region’s big and lesser-known celebrations, from Mongolia to India to the Philippines, shows that there is no lack of energy… and colour.
Holi Ritual: Smearing of coloured powder and water on each other is a well-documented part of the celebration of Holi spring festivals held throughout India. The festival is believed to derive from the legend of King Hiranyakashipu and signifies the victory of good over evil.
Image: Chris Willis