Category: Festivals

At the end of Monsoon, Kerala prepares for what is undoubtedly the most important annual event of the state –

Of the three “Teej” festivals observed by Hindu women, this one is perhaps the most prominent with women coming together

The colourful celebrations of Ganesh Chaturthi last for 11 days and mark the birth of Lord Ganesha, who is believed

Janmashtami marks the birth of Lord Krishna – the beloved deity who is considered to be a warrior, teacher and

An annual pilgrimage, made by devotees of Lord Shiva, Kanwad Yatra is one of the most unique festivals of India.

Known by different names like Nariyal Poornima and Kajari Poornima, but widely known as Raksha Bandhan, this beloved festival celebrates

India’s Independence Day is one of the most important celebrations of the year – a day of patriotic fervour celebrated

A month-long festival, Saga Dawa holds special significance for Buddhists in the state of Sikkim. Different rituals are performed in

The holy month of fasting, Ramadan begins and ends with the appearance of the new moon. For Muslims, it is

The “poorams” of Kerala are annual temple festivals celebrated after the summer harvest. The most famous of these is the