PlanningTravel note
Hola Mohalla changes the whole town
Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib, Anandpur Sahib, Punjab
Published Oct 10, 2026 · RegretMap travel note
The situation
Around Hola Mohalla, held the day after Holi, the town fills with pilgrims, processions and displays of martial skills. Roads close, rooms disappear and a short visit becomes a long one.
The lesson
Either plan specifically for the festival or avoid those days.
Advice for future travellers
If you go, stay in a nearby town, keep your phone charged and agree on a meeting point with your group.
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