Festivals

Kerala, the southernmost state of India, is a culturally rich place that is one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in the country. Right from the refreshing hill station of Munnar to the calm beaches of Kovalam and backwaters of Alleppey, ...

Punjab, the boisterous state of North India, is a beautiful place that is rich in mainly Sikh culture and traditions. Punjab literally means the land of five waters since it is home to five rivers, namely Sutlej, Chenab, Beas, Jhelum and ...

Street art has long been recognised for its bold, unscripted and striking nature; it has been considered as a rebellious form of art, now being welcomed for its beauty and message. Street art has come a long way from the ghettos ...

Are you planning to travel around the country this winter? If so, make your travel plans to coincide with some the most amazing and unique festivals. Winter is almost here and the month of December is around the corner, which makes ...

Lucknow, the capital city of Uttar Pradesh, represents the rich heritage and culture of the state. Historically, Lucknow was the focal point of the 1857 War of Independence. The city is known for clothes of chikan and zardozi embroidery, as well ...

Our country is blessed with the gift of pristine nature, set in innumerable kinds of landscapes, climatic conditions and more that are unique to each region. From the snowfall in the north to the sunny beaches in the south, India has ...

It is celebration time at the Kalpathi Agaraharam, the Tamil Brahmin settlement area of Palakkad in Kerala. The reason behind this celebrations is the annual Ratholsavam or Chariot Festival of the 580-year-old Sri Visalakshi Sametha Sri Viswanatha Swamy Temple. The festival, ...

One of the most beautiful months of the year is the month of November-the weather is pleasant and delightful-making it one of the best times to travel. The monsoon rains would not drench your travel plans and the onset of winter ...

Fairs and festivals are celebrated as a way to commemorate the traditions and cultures or showcase various talents that people possess. Along with traditional festivals, such as Diwali, Holi, Ramzan, etc. that are celebrated throughout the country, certain festivals are celebrated ...

Guru Nanak Jayanti, also known as Guru Nanak Gurpurab is the day that marks the birth of the first Sikh Guru, Guru Nana. It is one of the holiest festivals for the followers of Sikhism. The festival needs no formal introduction. ...

The Kadalekai Parishe is the annual two-day festival of groundnuts which is celebrated in Bengaluru. As per legends, the festival has been celebrated from the year 1537 CE when Kempegowda, the founder of the city built a temple dedicated to Basava ...

The autumn-winter months are the best for travelling in India, as the rains subside and the weather turns cooler and drier. It is during this period of time that the skies become clear, giving way to many festivals and celebrations throughout ...