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International Kite Festival
The International Kite Festival is regarded as one of the biggest festivals of Gujarat. The festival of Kite is a uniquely Gujarati phenomenon when the skies over most cities of the state are seen with kites from dawn till dusk. Kite festival is organized during the 2nd week of January. The festival marks the days in the Hindu calendar when winter begins turning to summer, known as Makar Sankra....
The International Kite Festival is regarded as one of the biggest festivals of Gujarat. The festival of Kite is a uniquely Gujarati phenomenon when the skies over most cities of the state are seen with kites from dawn till dusk. Kite festival is organized during the 2nd week of January. The festival marks the days in the Hindu calendar when winter begins turning to summer, known as Makar Sankranti or Uttarayan. On what is usually a bright warm sunny day with brisk breezes is suitable to lift the kites aloft. On this day almost all normal work is shut down in the state and everyone takes to the rooftops and roadways to fly kites and compete with their neighbors. Tourists from different corners of the world come and enjoy this beautiful Fest.
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Activities
Main attractions/ Activities of the festival include International/ national Kite Flyers parade, Suryanamaskar by 1500 School Children, Aditya Stuti by 200 Rushikumars, kite flying,Traditional Craft stall, Food Stall, Adventure Activity, Yoga & Zumba exercise in the morning, Culture Programme in the evening, Theme Pavilion, Thematic Exhibition stall Etc.
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Organized By
Tourism corporation of Gujarat Ltd.
Nirav Munshi
Tourism Corporation of Gujarat LTD, Udyog Bhavan,
0792397206
event[at]gujarattourism[dot]com
How to reach
The nearest airport is Ahmedabad Airport,
which is 11 KMs away.
The nearest convenient railway station is Ahmedabad Railway station,
which is 3.5 KMs away.
The nearest major city is Geeta Mandir ST Bus,
which is 04KMs away.
