HOLI
Celebrate spring with Holi, a festival of colors and joy. Engage in playful battles with water guns and colored powder. Enjoy bhang lassis, a traditional drink from government bhang shops. Wear old clothes and get ready to be splashed with vibrant paint!
DIWALI
Diwali, or Deepavali, is a major Hindu festival celebrated over five days. Homes are lit with candles to celebrate Rama’s return to Ayodhya. Firecrackers chase away evil spirits, and people worship Lakshmi, the goddess of fortune. The following day, Annakut, marks the Hindu New Year.
PUSHKAR CAMEL FAIR
The Pushkar Camel Fair in Rajasthan attracts over 200,000 people. This vibrant event features camel drivers, pilgrims, traditional shows, dances, music, puppetry, and handicrafts. It’s a fascinating cultural experience.
EID-UL-FITR
Ajmer is the perfect place to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan. Muslims decorate their homes with garlands and green flags. Families gather for a grand feast, with traditional dishes like bhuna gosht.
GANESH CHATURTHI
Ganesh Chaturthi celebrates the birthday of Ganesh, the beloved elephant-headed god. In Mumbai, the festival is particularly vibrant, culminating in a grand procession and immersion of Ganesh’s effigy in the sea.
THRISSUR POORAM
Thrissur Pooram in Kerala features parades of decorated elephants, musicians, and dancers around Vadakkumnatha Temple. The festivities conclude with a grand elephant parade.
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