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Events and Festivals India has one of the most magnificent, rich and multihued festivals in the world. Be a part of the country’s most celebrated events and festivals. |
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Diwali- one of the most popular festivals in the country that is celebrated between October 15 and November 15. Diwali is also known as the festival of lights as it is highlighted with homes illuminated with garlands of lit candle or oil lamps with scenic fireworks. This major Hindu holiday runs for five days in which it is observed by Hinduism, Sikhism, Buddhism and Jainism religions. Furthermore, during Diwali there will also be distribution of sweets and gifts. Holi- described as vibrant and colorful, Holi is held in the month of March when everyone had enough of the chilly winter and looking forward to embrace the warmth of the sun. During this fantastic revelry, do sample its tasty specialties such as malpuas, puran poli, gujiya and dahi. Locals will throw multicolored powders and water during the first half of the day of this major festival in the country. This is also the time when people unite by extending a hand of peace and love to everyone. Durga Puja- this occasion is also called as the Worship of Goddess Durja. It commemorates the homecoming of this god. This is celebrated with traditional spectacle and awesome fanfares. Durja Puja is one of the major festivals held around September-October. Rath Yatra- held in July, Rath Yatra is a monumental festival commemorating the journey of Lord Jagannath. This major Hindu festival is held at Puri in the state of Orissa. Every year it draws hundreds of thousands of local and foreign tourists across the globe to participate in this one of a kind event in the country. During this festival, there will be richly ornamented chariots akin to temple structures. This festival remains one of the most spectacular and enthralling events that every visitor would likely to witness. Janmashtami Festival- on the 8th day of the dark fortnight in the Hindu month around July-August one of the most famous fantastic revelries is held in the country- the Janmashtami Festival. It is also known as Krishna Paksh in which it is held in honor of the birth of Lord Krishna, the black God and most significant incarnation of Vishnu. Konark Dance Festival- this five-day long celebration is conceived as a festival of classical dances of India which aims to promote Konark and Orrisa as a place to enjoy and escape from the hustle and bustle of modern living. Reference:
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