This ancient Hindu festival, traditionally celebrated in the central states of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, is devoted to the worship
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GURU NANAK JAYANTI: A CELEBRATION OF SIKH SPIRITUALITY
“Gurpurab” celebrates the birth of the first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak. It is often referred to as “Prakash Utsav”, which
Pushkar Fair – Rajasthan’ Culture Extravaganza
The colourful Pushkar Fair is the largest cattle fair in the world, celebrating the pride and beauty of the desert
Rann Utsav – Under a Full Moon Desert Night in Gujarat
The mesmerising Rann Utsav is a cultural extravaganza of art, music and dance set under the full moon on a
Diwali “The Spark of Celebrations”
Diwali also known as the “festival of lights”, is an ancient Hindu festival which spiritually signifies the return of Lord
Gandhi Jayanti – The Birth of the Mahatma
One of the three national holidays of India, Gandhi Jayanti is observed to commemorate the birth of Mahatma Gandhi, a
Thimphu Tsechu, Bhutan
If you want to immerse in Bhutanese culture and traditions, a Tsechu (festival) is the best time to travel to
Dusshera – A Celebration of Valour, Victory and Vibrance
The auspicious 9-day festival of Navratri ends with a bang of celebrations on Dussehra. An extravaganza of traditions and customs,
Navratri – The Nine Nights of Durga
The festival of nine nights, or nav–ratri, is a beautiful celebration of female divinity, embodied by the fierce and protective
Durga Puja – Celebrating the Female Divine
Durga Puja is a beautiful celebration of female divinity, embodied by the fierce and protective goddess Durga. The festival celebrates