A clothing corner was also set up on site to showcase Indian clothing to visitors. (representative)
Tel Aviv:
More than 2,000 Indians and Israelis celebrated Holi and the Jewish holiday Purim at a “flea market” in Tel Aviv, enjoying Indian dance, classical music, costumes, henna, Hindi and chai calligraphy.
The Tel Aviv Municipal Government joins forces with the Indian Mission in Israel to celebrate “India at the Flea Market” to celebrate two festivals that take place more or less on the same day every year, or at most one day apart.
The event attracted thousands of India enthusiasts from across the country, including Indian-Israelis and Indian students.
The Indian festival of Holi, also known as the “Festival of Colors,” and the Jewish festival of Purim, where people wear colorful clothes, have many things in common.
“Both holidays commemorate the victory of good over evil. Both holidays are celebrated at the same time – the arrival of spring and the end of winter. Both holidays are celebrated outdoors, with people gathering together, Dance, sing, eat and make food. “Have fun in the spirit of solidarity,” noted one participant.
The flea market in Jaffa takes on a festive atmosphere with various costumes dressed up in Indian costumes.
The event was attended by Deputy Head of the Delegation Rajiv Bodwade and Rafi Shushan, CEO of “Mishlama Leyafo” Tel Aviv Jaffa.
“The Embassy of India in collaboration with #TelAvivYafo Municipality celebrated ‘Indian Flea Market’ event on the occasion of #Holi and #Purim festivals. Over 2000 visitors enjoyed Indian dance, classical music, Indian costumes, henna, Hindi calligraphy & Indian Chai,” the Indian mission posted on social media platform X (formerly Twitter).
India lovers enjoyed various activities such as dance workshops with songs about Holi, speeches on the importance of Holi and celebration of the common spirit of happiness and unity shared by Purim and Holi .
Three Israeli artists played bansuri, tabla and sitar, presented an Indian classical instrumental music performance “Trikundram”, and Israeli artists presented an Indian classical dance performance.
Henna stalls attract a lot of female visitors who like to have mehndi painted on their palms. Calligraphy stalls that write tourists’ names in Hindi are also popular among youngsters.
A clothing corner was also set up on site to showcase Indian clothing to visitors.
Visitors dressed in Indian attire, posed for photos at selfie spots and drank chai, giving the entire event the feel of a Purim celebration.
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