Indian Festivals

Janmashtami – On the eighth day of the black half of Bhadra (August – September) was born Shri Krishna, the eighth Avatar or incarnation of Vishnu. Therefore, this day is well known as Janmashtami or Krishna-Janmashtami. This auspicious day of birth of Krishna, the direct manifestation of Vishnu himself is celebrated in all parts of India with clat and great …

The famous Tansen Sangeet Samaroh is celebrated at Tansen Tomb in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh annually it falls in December A Melodic Pilgrimage to the Soul of Gwalior: In the shadow of the historic Gwalior Fort, where the echoes of royalty still linger in the air, the world’s most prestigious congregation of Hindustani classical music takes place. The Tansen Samaroh is …

Kajari Teej or Badi Teej is a special festival. It is celebrated throughout the Northern and the Western parts of India. The celebrations are conducted with much fanfare throughout the states of Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat and Rajasthan. Kajari Teej is celebrated during the Shravana month. Kajari Teej: Date Significance: Kajari Teej is celebrated by people to welcome …

Gugga Naumi is an important festival observed in many parts of Himachal (especially the Una district), Haryana, Punjab and Rajasthan. The festival is named after Gugga Pir, a venerated religious leader, who was born at Dadreva village in Bikaner, Rajasthan. Gugga Naumi is normally celebrated at a specific traditional time known as “the 9th Bhadon”, which falls sometime between August …

Onam is one of the greatest festivals of Kerala (India). It is the festival, which the Kerala People celebrate together without the difference of caste and religion. Onam is a time for sports and festivities and in Kerala where one third of the area is low lying, covered with canals, lakes and backwaters; the people take to their boats and …

Luv Kush Jayanti is observed on the day of Shravan Purnima in North India. The celebration of Luv Kush Jayanti is limited only to some specific communities in North India – mostly found in Indore and Chandigarh. The Koiri Samaj and Kushwah Samaj are the most prominent communities among them. Luv and Kush were the twin sons of Sri Ram …

An exciting and unique three-day Tarnetar Mela held annually at Tarnetar in Saurashtra, Gujarat. The Tarnetar fair is one of the most colorful events in the state of Gujarat. The fair coincides with the festival at the Trineteshwar temple (three-eyed Lord Shiva), celebrating the wedding of the legendary Mahabharata (epic) hero, Arjuna with Draupadi. Tarnetar Mela: Celebrating the legend of …

Rani Sati Mela its held at Rani Sati Temple in Rajasthan, it is celebrated to honor merchant’s widow who committed Sati while fighting with muslim attackers. A Tribute to Sacrifice, Devotion, and Marwari Heritage The Rani Sati Mela, held in the historic town of Jhunjhunu, is one of Rajasthan’s most culturally significant events. It centers around the Rani Sati Temple, the …

Payippad Boat Race: Considered to be one of the oldest boat races in Kerala, the Payippad Boat Race held during the month of September, commemorates the installation of the deity at the Subrahmanya Swamy Temple, Haripad. The tradition is said to have begun in the 16th century when the temple was constructed. Payippad Boat Race: About The state of Kerala …

Narali Purnima: The Hindu festival of Narali Purnima or the Coconut festival is celebrated with great fervor and in a jubilant manner by the fishermen and the fishing community in Maharashtra on the full moon day of Shravan. Shravan is one out of the four most auspicious months in the Hindu calendar. Thus, a full moon day or the Purnima …