Culture & Tradition of India

Bihu is perhaps the most vibrant and important festival celebrated by the people of Assam state of India and the Assamese people make sure that they do it with splendor. The festival is not a religious one, instead, it goes beyond any such barriers and brings people closer and helps in the construction of a much humane society. The word …

Bihu is the most important festival for the people of Assam, celebrated in unity irrespective of the caste, creed, religion, faith or belief. It is celebrated not once but three times in a year, the first one being Rongali Bihu or Bohag Bihu, also the most popular one. Rongali Bihu generally falls in the middle of the month of April …

Bihu dance is traditionally performed during the Bihu festivals in Assam. It is a beautiful form of folk dance. Bihu is the most awaited festival of the people of Assam state of India and is the most frivolous of all the festivals which are celebrated in the state. This festival is beyond the shackles of caste, creed or religion and …

Bihu looks incomplete without adorning your house with proper decorations and craft items. Here are a few ideas on Bihu crafts to adorn your house with. Bihu, a festival of colors and revelry, celebrates the spirit of life and is celebrated according to the life cycle of the paddy crop. As rice is a staple crop of Assam, it symbolizes …

As food is central to every festivity, an exotic, heartfelt and delightful menu on the table is a must to double up your happiness on New Year. While some people prefer to celebrate the occasion with close family members, there are others who celebrate with champagne toasts and a whole gang of friends, yet others who prefer to have a …

Happy New Year is wished in different parts of the world in different languages depending upon the local language of the region. In the age of globalization, where global interactions have increased at a great speed over the years, it is better to brush up your language skills and learn to wish friends a Happy New Year in their native …

New Year time is not only meant for partying, celebrations and making resolutions, but also to make it a jovial moment. It’s the time to giggle and chuckle with friends and family members, so that the happy memories remain forever. After the ups and downs of the past year, it’s the time to laugh and party harder to welcome the …

Since food forms an essential part of all celebrations, New Year cannot break the rule. There are various foods that are considered lucky by various cultures and countries, if consumed on New Year. In other words, they are believed to bring in good luck. So, why not take pleasure in certain foods to bring on good fortune, rather than leaving …

New Year signifies an end of the 365 days of the present year and the start of a new year, yet again. It is celebrated all over the world with the same zeal, vigor and enthusiasm. There are lots of preparations undertaken for the event and it can be categorized as one of the occasions that the whole world celebrates …

New Year’s Eve Celebrated Differently Across The World New Year Eve is the time to bid adieu to the present year and welcome the next one. It is observed on December 31 all over the world, the final day of a Georgian Year. The common sightings of the day include public and social gatherings, late night partying, feasting, exchanging gifts …