India has various festivals. This is why India is a great place to visit. No matter what time of the year you come to visit India, you would surely get the chance to witness Indian festivals. Read on to know some of the festivals that reflect the rich and diverse Indian culture.
Onam Festival
The Onam festival is one of the biggest festivals in the south Indian state of Kerala. It is celebrated in the months of August and September. It is Kerala's harvest festival. This festival marks the homecoming of King Mahabali, a legendary Indian King. The ten-day long festival showcases Kerala's culture and traditions. Among the interesting activities during this festival are snake boat races and theKaikottikali dance. In this event, there's abundance of intricate wreaths of flowers and food.
Ganesh Chaturthi
This is a Hindu festival of Ganesha, who is the son of Shiva and Parvati. The date for this festival usually falls between August 20 and September 15. This is also a ten-day long festival characterized by cultural activities such as dancing, singing, and performing drama. The main sweet dish served during the festival is modak, a dumpling made from flour with fresh or dry-grated coconut, dry fuits, and jaggery stuffing. Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated all throughout India. It is also celebrated by migrant Hindus in the UK.
The festivals in India are interesting events because they showcase the rich culture and traditions of the country. The festivals are also often merry and loud, uplifting the spirits of those who witness the events.
