Archive for the ‘Indian Festivals’ Category

Holi

Popularly known as the ‘colour throwing festival’, Holi is a spring festival celebrated normally over two days. On the evening of the first day bonfires are lit, to symbolise the destruction of evil but also seen as the end of winter in the north. On the next day, cold coloured water is...
May 11th, 2009 | Indian Festivals | Read More

Pongal

 Pongal is a harvest festival celebrated mainly in Tamil Nadu. It is a three-day festival. The first day, known as Bhogi Pongal , is confined to domestic festivities. On the second day, Surya Pongal, cooked rice is offered to the sun. Greetings on this day normally follow the pattern of a question and...
May 11th, 2009 | Indian Festivals | Read More

Holi – Festival Of Colours

Prof. (Dr.) Ashiq Hussain asked: HOLI – THE FESTIVAL O COLOURS   Holi is one of the major festival of the vast country, called India. No wonder, a number of traditions, customs and festivals have cropped up around this very important festival. As the culture and language changes from one state...
December 23rd, 2007 | Indian Festivals | Read More

Sending Diwali Gifts to India is Now Possible Without Any Hassles

Raisa Raima asked: The festival of lights, Diwali, is celebrated whole-heartedly with equal enthusiasm. The shadows of this auspicious festival of India do not fall alone on the Hindus; the celebrations are also adored by the other Indian religion communities. Diwali Gifts in India have been popularised...
August 6th, 2007 | Indian Festivals | Read More

Cultural Tours in India Online

Meenu Sharma asked: India is considered to be the queen of all countries for its cultural heritage and historical significance. A huge number of tourists visit India every year, being attracted by the multilingual and multicultural image of the nation. Adam Smith said that it’s a country of “unity...
July 31st, 2007 | Indian Festivals | Read More

Exciting Festival Vacations in India

Aman Kapur asked: India has many wonderful festivals, which allows visitors to embrace the vibrant culture of the culture as well as the enjoyment of being a part of the customs and practices of the locals. Visiting India during any one of the many festivals will allow your family to embrace the wonderment...
July 24th, 2007 | Indian Festivals | Read More

Deepawali – the Biggest Festival of India

Devendra Kundaliya asked: Why is Deepawali Celebrated? Deepawali is the much-awaited festival of Hindus in India. It is the blissful celebration of sparkling lights and the overthrowing of shadows of darkness. According to the Indian mythology, the festival is the biggest testimony ever of the victory...
July 2nd, 2007 | Indian Festivals | Read More

Fairs and Festivals of India

Pooja Sharma asked: India is particularly land of fairs and festivals. The word “Fest” literally means joy and celebration. India is a mix of diverse culture and religions and this is probably the reason India has more festivals than any other country. These festivals are mainly religious in nature,...
June 11th, 2007 | Indian Festivals | Read More

India – Why Diwali is Celebrated?

Cdmohatta asked: Indians celebrate Diwali with great passion. They fire lots of firecrackers and eat sweets and wear new clothes. Why is Diwali so important in India? Diwali is the day when it is said that Lord Rama returned to his kingdom Ayodhya after conquering Lanka. Lord Rama was asked by his...
May 28th, 2007 | Indian Festivals | Read More

Festival Tours in India- Take a Close Look at the Colorful Celebrations of the Festivals of India!

Sumit Singh asked: Come and celebrate the flavors of Indian cultures and traditions! The festival tours in India are best to take up to experience colorful festivities, whose roots lie deep in the age-old traditions and customs of India. The celebrations of the special occasions here can be said to...
May 13th, 2007 | Indian Festivals | Read More