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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Mango Mela at Pinjore Gardens is a two day event which celebrated the King of Fruits – Mango. An annual event, this Mela is hosted by Haryana Tourism jointly in collaboration with Horticulture Department, Haryana.
Every corner of Pinjore Gardens wears a festive look, as cut-outs and props of flowers,...
Bonalu is one of the most popular and widely celebrated festivals in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Celebrated in the month of Ashadam, the month-long festivities take place to thank Goddess Mahakali as women across the state dress in traditional attire and offer Bonam to the goddess. A bonam or meal...
Kharchi is one of the most popular festivals of Tripura. However, given the participation of people transcending the communities, it has gained a universal character. It is also said to have been influenced by the Brahmanical Hindus. The festival associated with the indigenous tribal deities is held in June-July...
Tuluni is a festival of great significance for the Sumi Nagas. This festival is marked with feasts as the occasion occurs in the bountiful season of the year. The event is also called “Anni” which denotes the season of plentiful crops. Another main feature of this festival is the exchange...
One of the famous yatra or spiritual journey in the state of Maharashtra is the Pandharpur Wari, a Hindu pilgrimage walk conducted annually by a large group of devotees of Lord Vithoba, a Hindu deity worshipped predominantly by the people in Maharashtra . Wari or vari means a periodical pilgrimage...
A festival which is 75 days long itself is a fascinating idea. Bastar Dussehra is also referred at times as the longest festival in the world. This unique festival is believed to have started in 13th Century during the reign of 4th King of Bastar, King Purshottam Dev. This Dussehra...
Teej refers to all the monsoon festivals observed particularly in the western and northern states of India. The festivals celebrate the bounty of nature, arrival of the monsoon, greenery and birds with social activities, rituals & customs. The festival is mainly for women, and includes dancing, singing, getting together with...
Narlai punnima, the festival is celebrated to mark the end of the monsoon season, as the fishermen now can begin fishing safely and start-off with their trade. Apart from offering coconut to Varuna, the sea-God,
people also worship the sea and offers prayers so that the God keeps them safe...
The Nehru Trophy Boat Race is one of the most popular snake boat races in Kerala. It is held every year on the second Saturday of August at the Punnamada Lake near Alappuzha in Kerala.
This boat race is named after the first prime minister of India, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru...
Lord Krishna’s grew up in Vrindavan to be a cowherd boy, who loved dairy so much, he’d steal into other people’s homes for it. The villagers would keep their pots of curd and cream tied high up the ceiling, so Krishna wouldn’t reach it. But he found a way around...
Manimahesh Yatra
The Himalayas is believed to be the abode of Lord Shiva and several peaks bearing the name Kailash across the great mountain chain are held sacred as the place where the Lord resides. The towering Manimahesh Kailash peak at 5656 meters in Bharmaur mountains of Chamba is one...
Bendur or Pola is an agricultural festival celebrated in Maharashtra on the no moon day of Hindu month Shravana. Bullocks, traditionally who assist the farmer in his agricultural work, are decorated and fed with special food. It's their day of the year. In some of the villages, various kinds of...
Situated about 75 km from Rajkot, Tarnetar is famous for its annual fair known as the Tarnetar Fair.The origin of the fair has been linked with the swayamvar (an event where a woman selects her husband out of the many men who come to ask for her hand in marriage)...
Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi or Vinayaka Chavithi is a Hindu festival celebrating the birth of Lord Ganesha. It is a 10-day celebration denoting the arrival of Ganesha on earth, the lord of success and knowledge.
It starts on the fourth day (Chaturthi) of the Hindu month of...
India is a land of diverse cultures with people from different religions and faiths living together. Hinduism is the largest of all, people worship different gods and goddesses. Of all, the one god who is worshipped before anyone else is Lord Ganesh. Also known as Vignahartha (destroyer of all obstacles)...
The Department of Rural Development and Panchayat will provide a platform to SHG (Self Help Group) to sale/display the products made by them, besides food stalls and fun games for kids.
History and culture have always occupied a very significant place in our lives and Pitra Paksha is common among them. It is a Hindu tradition where 16 days is reserved for paying homage to the ancestors every year.
Pitra Paksha is dedicated to the departed souls and is meant for...
Pang Lhabshol, a festival commemorating the consecration of Mt.Khangchendzonga as the guardian deity of the state, is unique to Sikkim. It has its origin in the Lepcha people’s belief that the mountain is their place of origin and has its roots in Lhatsun Chenpo’s ( propagator of Buddhism in Sikkim)...
The Houseboats of Kashmir Valley are famous for their uniqueness, richness, beauty, hospitality and design throughout the world and acts as a tool for promoting and attracting a number of tourists to Kashmir valley from across the globe.
To celebrate the uniqueness of this floating marvel, the Department of Tourism intends...
Dumboor Lake is a charming water body located in Karbook & Gandacherra Sub Divisions 125 km away from Agartala. The lake is shaped like a small drum, ‘Dumboor’ of Lord Shiva from which the name ‘Dumboor’ originates. The area of the lake is 41 sq.km and there are 48...
Centuries ago there lived a king and a queen who had a hundred sons. It is believed that all the sons were killed in a war and the couple prayed to the goddess Lakshmi to be born as their daughter. Seeing the dedication of the couple, the goddess was born...
If you want to experience a slice of the grandeur of the culture of the royal city of Mysuru, visiting the city during the famous Mysuru Dasara celebrations is a must. An annual festival that is spread over 10 days, brings alive the vibrant culture of the city and bathes...
Navratri is a Hindu festival that spans nine nights and is celebrated every year in the autumn. Navratri, meaning 'nine nights', is one of the most popular and widely celebrated Hindu festivals in many parts of India. Gujarat, however, is the only state that erupts into a nine-night dance festival,...
A pilgrimage to the holy shrine of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Ji is considered to be one of the holiest pilgrimage of our times. Popular in the world as Mooh Mangi Muradhay Poori Krne wall Mata, Sh. Mata Vaishno Devi Ji resides in a Holy cave located in the folds...
On a social, cultural, and artistic level, Durga Puja is perhaps unlike any other religious festival in India. The underlying idea is to celebrate the homecoming of the goddess Durga as she makes her annual visit to her parents’ home with her four children Saraswati, Lakshmi, Ganesh, and Kartik, but...
Ganesha is one of the most worshipped God in India. His elephant head and human body represents Soul (Atma) and Physical powers (Maya). Ganesha is known for his powers...
Goa is indeed a place of fun, food and festivity for every person who wants to celebrate life. Goa carnival is one of the most celebrated festival across the globe by...
India is known as a land of love across the world and Krishna is known as god of love. The life of Lord Krishna symbolises love for not just for every Indian but for m...
The Festival of Chariots: Chariots of Lord Jagannath, better known as Ratha Yatra is celebrated every year at Puri, the temple town in Odisha, on the second (dwitiya)...
Inscribed in the Intangible Cultural Heritage list of UNESCO in December 2021, Durga Puja is celebrated, most notably in West Bengal, but also in othe...
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 Da...
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.
