Yaosang
| Yaoshang | |
|---|---|
Perhaps kids in traditional attire going for Nakatheng is the most sought after sight during the Yaosang festival | |
| Observed by | Meitei people |
| Type | Religious, cultural, sports, spring festival |
| Celebrations | After firing the temporary house, people started to celebrate it with colors, sports, dance and feasts. |
| Date | as per Meitei calendar |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Related to | Holi, Hola Mohalla and Shigmo |
Yaosang is a festival celebrated in Manipur for five days in spring, starting on the full moon day of the month of Lamta (February–March). Yaosang is indigenous traditions of the Meitei people. It is considered the most important festival in Manipur. But unlike Holi, the celebrations go far beyond just colours.