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Hola Mohalla is a three day long Sikh festival that traditionally follows on from Holi, Held at Anandpur Sahib is also known as Hola and has roots in the story of the child Bhagat, Pahlad, and his triumph over Holika. The story has come to Symbolise the triumph of good over evil. Holi is celebrated to honour the bravery of a particular sect of Sikh warriors, Nihang Sikh and is known as Hola Mohalla or Hola in this region. The festival includes a profound display of martial arts, horse-riding, and reciting poetry.