'Masan Holi' celebrations took place at Manikarnika Ghat in Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi. It is celebrated on the day following Rangbhari Ekadashi, which precedes the main Holi festival. 'Masan ki Holi' begins after the aarti of Mahashamshan Nath at Harishchandra Ghat. Devotees use ashes from the cremation pyres at Manikarnika Ghat to celebrate Holi after praying to Lord Shiva.