The harvest festival of India, Baisakhi marks the beginning of the Sikh New Year and signifies the harvest of love, happiness, joy and prosperity. Celebrations are marked with family get-togethers, home-made Punjabi delicacies, and the famous folk-dances of Bhangra and Gidda.
When: 14th April
Where: Punjab
What’s Special: The state of Punjab, particularly Amritsar, come alive during this period with melas (or local fares) organized as a lead-up to the day. These are great to explore local life and culture in the most vibrant and festive of settings. Locals dress up in their finest; stalls sell beautiful local crafts; lip-smacking food goes around; and several fun activities keep one entertained, from acrobats and mock fights to folk performances.