Come and experience our incredible festivals. Indian fairs and festivals are the major attraction and best way to explore India. India is a land of festivals and fairs. In India, every region, every season and every religion has plenty to celebrate. Celebrations centre around prayers, seeking blessings, exchanging goodwill, decorating houses, wearing new clothes, music, dance, traditional sports and feasting. India also hosts a large number of contemporary events celebrating culture, art, dance, music, food, literature and sports etc.
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Chitra Vichitra is the biggest Tribal festival in Gujarat. Every year the fair is celebrated in the month of March, fortnight after Holi, in Khed Brahma Taluka of Sabarkantha District. The main temple is situated on a picturesque site called the Triveni Sangam, the sacred confluence of...
Namma Ooru Thiruvizha 2022
Namma Ooru Thiruvizha - ‘The Festival of Our Land’ is an annual fest which acts as a confluence of local art and folk, organised by the Department of Tourism and the Department of Arts and Culture, Tamil Nadu. In 2022, this festival...
Charm Dances or dancers wearing masks organize themselves in a splendid show and the whole process is supervised by Monastery Lamas. Religious fest with music dance and drama in Tibetan-Ladakh Culture is incomplete without the incorporation of Masks. Several musicians playing traditional flute, pipe and Tibetan drum accompany the dancers...
There are two seasonal festivals held here every year. The first festival is held at Shey Palace on the 26th and 27th day of the first month of the Tibetan calendar corresponding to July or August month of the Gregorian calendar. This festival is called "Shey Doo Lhoo" to mark...
Talvana Fair is being held on the first Mondays of Chaitra (April–May) and Bhadrapad (September–October) in Talvana village of Mandvi Taluka in Kutch district, Gujarat. Talvana Fair is believed to be celebrated since the village was formed. Many years ago, to spread Islam, when Syed Ruknoodinshah came out of the...
The word Ugadi literally means a ‘new era’. Ugadi is the also one among the renowned telugu festivals better known as the Telugu New Year day which begins in the month of The Chaitra (April or May) which heralds joy, peace and prosperity. The people in the region celebrate...
The Chaiti Mela also called the Baal Sundari Mela is a famous fair with religious and commercial importance. The fair is organized during the Chaitra Navratre. Devotees visit the fair in large numbers during this time frame to seek the blessings of the Mother Goddess - BaalSundari devi. The Mother...
Ram Navami is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birthday of Rama, the seventh avatar of the deity Vishnu. Ram Navami festival was celebrated with devotion in Jharkhand. Ram Navami is the ninth day Chaitra Navratri - the nine days being dedicated to nine forms of Goddess Shakti. The festival is also...
The World celebrates the new year on January 1. But for one of the world’s most diverse countries, one new year isn’t enough. India is home to people from different religions and faiths, some even following their own calendars. Bihu, Baishakhi, Gudi Padwa, and Ugadi are just a few of...
Around 50 km from Pune lies Jejuri, the main centre of worship of Khandoba, also known as Mhalsakant or Malhari Martand or Mylaralinga. Khandoba or Malhari Martanda is the deity of several Maharastrian families, including warriors and priests, as well as farmers and herders. The temple is located on a...
National Martyrs Memorial hussainiwala depicts an irrepressible revolutionary spirit of three national martyrs namely Shaheed Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev who lit eternal flame of liberty by smilingly embracing martyrdom for the motherland. Shaheed Bhagat Singh and B.K. Dutt threw a bomb in the central assembly...
The Arulmigu Thiruparakundram Murugan Temple is, among the most popular religious shrines and is also revered as one of the six abodes of Lord Murugan known as Arupadaiveedu. The temple was constructed during the Pandyan dynasty in the eighth century. The presiding deity of this temple is Lord Murugan and...
Gangaur is one of the most important festivals in Rajasthan. In some form or the other, it is celebrated all over Rajasthan. “Gan” is a synonym for Lord Shiva & “Gauri” or “Gaur” stands for Goddess Parvati, the heavenly consort of Lord Shiva. Gangaur celebrates the union of the two...
A vibrantly decked-up and illuminated replica of a temple drifting across the waters is accompanied by an entourage of brilliantly decorated small canoes, with the temple percussion music resounding in the background. For those yearning to witness this spectacle, head to Elankavu Bhagavathy Temple during the Attuvela Mahotsavam, a water...
The Sarhul festival, which ushers in the Hindu calendar's first month, is held every year on the third day of the moon, or the fortnight of "Chaitra." Sarhul marks the arrival of the spring season, or "Phaagun," and is observed until the month of June, or "Jeth." Sarhul refers...
One of the most popular tribal festivals celebrated across the Jharkhand region, Sarhul festival marks the beginning of New Year. It is celebrated by the Oraon, the Munda and the Ho tribes, of the Jharkhand. Celebrated every year in the first month of the Hindu calendar, on the third...
Luni Fair is celebrated in the village of Luni located in Lunangdham in the Mundra Taluka of Kutch District, Gujarat. It is an annual celebration held on the day of Chaitra Sud Tritiya and Chaturthi (March-April) . The fair is organized in the famous temple of Lord Ganesh...
The festival of “Gangaur” has a unique charm in Udaipur. It is celebrated as the Mewar Festival in the month of Chaitra (March-April.), to mark the advent of spring. During the Festival a procession is taken out by different communities carrying the idols of the...
Kot Bhramari Mela is also known as 'Kot ki Mai ka Mela' and is celebrated in Dangoli (Garud) from the 5th to the 8th day of Chaitra Navratre.It is believed that from 2500 BC to 700 AD, Kamaun was ruled by the Katyuri dynasty. During this time a fort...
The Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation invited all the photography enthusiasts in Chennai city for an “Inclusive Heritage Photowalk”, to explore the glistering city through the eye of the lens. On March 26, 2022, the Inclusive Photowalk was organised in collaboration with the Madras Photo Bloggers Team in North Chennai's...
Sand art is the practice of modelling sand into an artistic form, such as a sand brushing, sand sculpture, sand painting, or sand bottles. To promote clean beaches, Sea Sand and the local artists, the Tourism Department of A & N Islands has introduced this event, which got overwhelmed...
Nashik Grape Harvest Festival is held in Nashik every year for 2 days in the month of March. Around 50 grape farmers showcase different varieties of grapes. Moreover ,12 wineries in Nashik also showcase their products in stalls. Last year around 4000 tourists visited the grape harvest festival . The...
Gujarat Rajya Sangeet Natak Akademi which was functioning as a unit under the Sports Youth and Cultural Activities Department of the State Government has been given the status of Gujarat Rajya Sangeet Natak Akademi by the State Government from 01/09/1992. The main objective of giving autonomy...
Organised by UP Tourism, UP state cultural department and UPSNA, the colourful and vibrant event celebrates Awadh's music, craft and culture with performances by artists from the state and a peek into its rich history through display of a mini-picture gallery curated by the culture department. The festival combines all...
Lord Ganesh’s temple in Aithor is famous in all over Gujarat. The temple is situated at the bank of Puspavati river in Mehsana District of North Gujarat. North Gujarat is the ancient holy land of temples. The temple is well connected with many cities of Gujarat, it is 5 KM...
Naikba Yatra is held at at Banpuri, Patan Taluka, Satara District, Maharashtra. Shigaon Naikba Yatra is organized in the month of Chaitra (April) . Naikba Temple is dedicated to Mother Goddess Shakti. Naikba Devi, an incarnation of Goddess Shakti, is mainly worshiped in Maharashtra.
Sri Rama Navami, the most popular one at Bhadrachalam is being celebrated on every 'Chaitra shuddha navami ' on the auspicious 'Punarvasu' -'Janma Nakshatra' (birth star), of Lord Sri Rama. The Kalyanamahotsavam of Sri Rama with his consort Sita is celebrated on the holy occasion which falls either in the...
Jyotirling Yatra at Kande is observed in Chaitra month (April). It is the festival at the Jyotirling Temple at Kande Village in Shirala Taluka of Sangli District in Maharashtra. The shrine is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Jyotirling Yatra is annually held on Chaitra Shukla Paksha Ashtami tithi or the...
One of the holiest and sacred Hanuman temples in India is Kashtabhanjan Hanuman Mandir . It is considered to be one of the most important among the Swaminarayan Sampraday (sect) . The temples image is considered to be really powerful. It is believed that the vile spirits leave the possessed...
Bright, multihued and the 'Land of Kings' - Rajasthan, celebrates its foundation day in a radiant and invigorating event. Celebrated as Rajasthan Festival – will be celebrated in Jaipur and all over the State, reliving its heritage and stories. Organised by Tourism Department of Rajasthan, this long festivity has day...
Bambleshwari Temple is at Dongargarh in Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India. It is on a hilltop of 1600 feet. This temple is referred as Badi Bambleshwari. Another temple at ground level, the....
Bhurakhiya Hanuman Temple is one of the historic temple of Lord Hanumanji situated at Bhurakhiya, a small village of Lathi taluka in Amreli District Gujarat. Bhurakhiya Hanuman Temple is nea....
One of the famous religious places in Kutch, Shree Swaminarayan temple located in Bhuj Kutch is worth a visit. Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Bhuj (SSMB) is a socio-spiritual Hindu or....
One of the 12 jyotirlingas in the country and among the most prominent temples in Ujjain, Mahakaleshwar Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The lingam (a symbolic representation of Lord Shiva) at Mahak....
One of the most important pilgrimage places in Maharashtra, Pandharpur is located on the banks of the river Bhima, which is alternatively known as Chandrabhaga because of its crescent shape meandering....
Jyotiba temple complex also known as Jyotiba Hill has numerous temples and sacred spots associated with lord Shiva. The oral traditions and mythologies associated with Goddess Ambabai and Shiva are....
Shri Naina Devi Temple Perched on a hilltop on the borders with Punjab, Shri Naina Devi is an important Shaktipeeth pilgrimage center that lakhs of people visit every year. It is one of the....
Maninagar Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Sansthan is the worldwide centre for spiritual, cultural and social welfare. The almighty Lord Shree Swaminarayan manifested upon the Earth in the 18th century CE....
Shree Swaminarayan Mandir - Kadi was first built with the divine blessings of Sadguru Shree Nirgundasji Swamibapa just over a hundred years ago.Shree Nirgun Bapa blessed Gopallalbhai,to become Governo....
The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), which Srila Prabhupada established to spread the message of Lord Krishna, has beautiful temples worldwide. These temples are the centres o....
Tulja Bhavani Templededicated to the goddess Parvati is located in Tuljapur in Osmanabad district of Maharashtra and is counted among one of the 51 Shakti Pithas. It is situated 45 km from Solapur. Th....
Hare Krishna Land (ISKCON Juhu) is set upon four acres of prime land and a stone throw away from Juhu beach. A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, founder of ISKCON, inspired the construction of....
Shirdi is an important pilgrimage site associated with Sai Baba of Shirdi. He was an Indian spiritual leader considered by his devotees to be a manifestation of Sri Datt guru. He is also identified....
The holy shrine called Samadhi was built at place where the master's last rites were performed. Shri Brahmanand, one of the dearest disciples of Shri Maharaj, was appointed as one of the Trustees by....
This shrine or Ashapura is steeped in antiquity as far as its origin is concerned. There are references to this goddess in the Puranas, Rudrayamal Tantra and so on which are all said to point to th....
Around 50 km from Pune lies Jejuri, the main centre of worship of Khandoba, also known as Mhalsakant or Malhari Martand or Mylaralinga. Khandoba or Malhari Martanda is the deity of several Maharastria....
A historic temple dedicated to Goddess Durga, widely known as "Thawe Mata Mandir," is located on the Patna-Gopalganj route and is also one of India's shakti-peeths. According to folklore, Goddess D....
Moti Doongri is a small hill around which the city of Jaipur flourishes. Moti Doongri means pearl hill, because the hill indeed resembles a pearl drop. Visitors go there to pay homage at the famous Ga....
Jaipur, famous for its spiritual locations and architectures, is home to the magnanimous Govind Devji Mandir. The temple is located in the City Palace complex between the Badal Mahal and Chandra Mahal....
The story of Khaatu Shyamji temple goes back to the time of the ‘Mahabharata’ around 5500 years back. It revolves around great Barberic who was the grandson of Bheema and son of Ghatothkach. Barberi....
Lambhvel village is located just 2 Km of Anand city Gujarat. This village is famous for Swayambhu Lord Hanumanji Temple. It is a centre of faith since long time in and around Anand. This temple is loc....
Karveer area the present town of Kolhapur city is one of special significance of Shri Mahalaxmi Temple of Kolhapur which, one of the Shakti peetha located in maharashtra state, mention in various pura....
This is one of the most visited temples in the city because of its history and religious beliefs attached to it. The locals especially have a lot of faith in the temple and the blessings that they get....
It is said that mother always sits on high places. The way devotees reach Vaishno Devi by crossing the mountains to have darshan of Maa Durga. Similarly, in Satna district of Madhya Pradesh, 1063 step....
Omkareshwar is the fourth in the twelfth Jyotirlinga of Lord Shiva. Omkar was first uttered from the mouth of the creator Brahma. Even the text of Vedas does not begin without Om. The same Omkar form....
The 'Saptashrungi Temple' situated at Vani in Nashik district of Maharashtra is a temple dedicated to Goddess Saptashrungi. Being a unique Shaktipeeth and a huge rock-cut temple, it is a site worth a....
The temple of Shri Kamakshi is located amidst the hills of the picturesque village of Shiroda and was built in the late 16th century. In the village of Shiroda. A huge Mahadwar or temple gate....
Hanumanji temple, Salangpur is a Hindu temple located in Salangpur, Gujarat. This Hanumanji temple is considered the holiest and sacred. It is among the more prominent ones in the Swaminarayan Sampr....
Swaminarayan Mandir, Vadtal headquarters of the LaxmiNarayan Dev Gadi are located in this temple in Vadtal, Gujarat. This temple contains three main shrines. Among which the central....
Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Kalupur is the first Temple of the Swaminarayan Sampraday, a Hindu sect. It is located in Kalupur area of Ahmedabad, the largest city in Gujarat, India. It was built....
Shree Somnath is first among the twelve Aadi Jyotirlings of India. It has a strategic location on the western coast of India. Ancient Indian traditions maintain a close relationship of Somnath with re....
Dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the Shree Siddhivinayak Ganapati Temple at Prabhadevi is a much revered place of worship in Mumbai. Built in the year 1801, this temple is visited by people belonging to alm....
The temple was founded by Dagadushet Halwai, a local sweet seller who got wealthy by his business in 1893. Dagdusheth Halwai and his wife Lakshmi Bai when they lost their two sons in the plague of 1....
One of the most important and much venerated attraction of Tripura is the ancient temple of Matabari or Tripurasundari temple located on a hill-top 5 KM from the main town at Udaipur. Maharaja D....
Pashupatinath Temple is situated at the banks of the Shivna River in Mandsaur district of Madhya Pradesh, Pashupatinath Temple is popular for its eight-faced shivalinga. The spiritual aura of the te....
Shree Jagannathji Mandir is situated on bank of River Sabarmati near Jamalpur, Ahmedabad. The principal deity in this temple is Lord Shree Krishna. The other deities in the....
Maa Baglamukhi Mandir A renowned and revered temple situated in Nalkheda town of District Agar Malwa in Madhya Pradesh on about a distance of 165 KM from Indore. Situated near the banks of river Lakhu....
Umiya Mata Temple is the Temple of Goddess Umiya, the clan-deity or kuldevi of the Kadava Patidars. According to the mythological tale, Maa Umiya was established by Lord Shankar himself at Unjha. In....
Dwarkadhish Temple also known as the Jagat Mandir, is a Chalukya styled architecture, dedicated to Lord Krishna. The town of Dwarka has its history dated back to the Kingdom of Dwaraka in Mahabharata.....
Mumba Devi Temple is an ancient temple dedicated to the goddess Mumba, the local incarnation of the Devi, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India (Mother Goddess). Sanskrit is the source of the Marathi Mumba. M....
The main temple, enclosed by a fort wall, is situated near the bank of the holy lake Gomti in the midst of the main bazaar of Dakor. The temple is covered with 8 domes and 24 turrets, with the central....
Located on the outskirts of Nashik, the ancient Trimbakeshwar Temple was constructed by the third Peshwa Balaji Bajirao (1740-1760) at the site of an even older temple. It sits at the foot of the Brah....
The Kashi Vishwanath Temple is a famous Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Vishwanath Gali of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh in India. The temple stands on the western bank of the holy ri....
Sprawling over an area of 50,000 sq. ft, Akkaraipatti Sai Baba Temple is one of the largest temples for Shirdi Sai Baba in Asia. It was consecrated near Samayapuram, Trichy in a sma....
BAPS Shri Swaminarayan temple is located in Gondal city within 35 KM of Rajkot city Gujarat India. The temple was built in 1934 and was built by the third successor of Sawmnarayan Shashtriji Mahara....
Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan (1908-1988) was a Gnani who devoted His life to perpetuating the religion of the Soul. His life’s spiritual mission arose from two intents, that: 1) May all the people....
Swaminarayan Mandir located at Jetalpur just 17 kms from Ahmedabad and 5 km from Bareja is very popular and historical temple for devotee of Swaminarayna Sampraday. This is one of the temple which was....
Shri Swaminarayan Mandir is a part of the Swaminarayan Sampraday. This is the oldest Swaminarayan Mandir in Mumbai, being over a hundred years old. On Vaishakh Shukla Ekadashi, 1868, Ranchhoddas Pra....
Sarangpur is a village in the Botad District in the state of Gujarat, India, and its name is also often pronounced, 'Salangpur'. Sarangpur is known throughout India for the historic Shri Kashtabhanjan....
The village of Bochasan near borsad in Anand District of Gujarat is said to have been established in Vikram Samvat 1352 and named after Bucheshvar Mahadev. Lord Swaminarayan visited Bochasan....
BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir- Ahmedabad was the first ever Swaminarayan mandir in the Kalupur area of Amdavad built by Lord Swaminarayan in the year 1822 by in....
August Rush is an annual event , and this is the 4th Edition . Platform for musicians, artisans and most importantly celebrate the youth . This year the theme of the event is to promote monsoon Tour....
Anthurium FestivalThe most popular festival celebrated in Mizoram, the Festival is a successful tourism promotion venture of the Tourism Department. This two-day festival is held annually at the....
The world famous Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri was started by Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya in 1916 and since then Ganga Aarti is being organised by Shri Ganga Sabha. two times in a day, Mangala Aarti....
Welcome to one of the most religiously-celebrated, architecturally superb and culturally rich temple of south-east India: Shri Mahamaya Devi Mandir, Ratanpur. From many decades since, the templ....
On the ninth day of Chaitra Navaratri in the month of April, India celebrates the birth of Lord Rama, the seventh incarnation or avatar of Lord Vishnu. Born to King Dasar...
One of the most memorable event of Shri Krishna’s life which embarks him as God of love is his marriage to devi Rukmani. Krishna’s wife Rukmani was daughter of legendary...
India is a perfect blend of arts and culture, where classical melodies merge seamlessly with a mesmerising mosaic of ancient handicrafts, fascinating festivals and scintillating sculptures. E.g.: Pushkar Camel Fair - Rajasthan, Surajkund Mela in Faridabad- Haryana Rann Utsav in Kutch -Gujarat.
From grand temples and mosques to opulent churches, magnificent gurudwaras and serene monasteries, India is the home of religion and pilgrimage. E.g.: Deepotsava in Ayodhya, Durga Puja Kolkata, Ganesh Chaturthi Maharashtra, Urs at Ajmer.
With the classical traditions of music in India like the Hindustani classical tradition and the Carnatic classical tradition, music has been as integral a part of the socio-religious expressions of cultural values as dance in India. E.g.: Udaipur World Music Festival, Ziro festival of Music in Arunachala Pradesh.
With the range of seasons and diversified geography, India is a year-round destination for all seasonal festivals and events. In every season, there are newer delights to explore and exciting adventures to be had. E.g.: National Cherry Blossom Festival in Shillong, Hornbill Festival in Nagaland, Tulip Festival Srinagar.
Sample the diverse flavours from different regions of the country that are distinctly characterised by the subtle and sophisticated use of spices, grains, fruits and vegetables that are all grown in the country. E.g.: The Grub Fest in Mumbai, Delhi and Pune, Sula Fest in Maharashtra, Mango Festival Delhi.
Dance, an eloquent form of expression ranging from classical and traditional to folk and tribal, there are various dance forms in India. The most exquisite way of experiencing these graceful evocations is through the many prestigious dance festivals. E.g.: Khajuraho Dance Festival, Konark Dance Festival in Odisha.
From trekking, mountain biking and mountaineering in the secluded snow-capped Himalayas to surfing, rafting, scuba diving and snorkelling, there are a plethora of options for thrill-seekers in India. E.g.: Boat Race Kerala, Kite Festival Ahmedabad.
Harvest festivals of Indian states occurs at the time of main harvest of region. Different regions of the country celebrate their own Harvest festival at various times throughout the year. Major harvest festivals in India are Makara Sankranti, which is also known as Pongal, Uttarayana, Lohri, and Bhogali Bihu.
Expo and Exhibitions are professionally organised events where products and services are displayed. Most big exhibitions take place annually, at the same location. They are usually organised by trade associations, industry bodies, Government organizations and professional exhibition organizations.
