Festival
Goa’s fascinating Shigmo Festival
March 2, 2017
The western Indian state of Goa, a major tourist destination, is geared up to host the annual Shigmo Festival - a celebration of traditions and history through the eyes cultures and colours.
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Assam to host the first Namami Brahmaputra Festiva...
February 27, 2017
Assam is all set to host Namami Brahmaputra, a mega international festival which will promote economy, tourism, culture, skill industry and trade and commerce.
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Five bizarre festivals in India
January 23, 2017
The colours associated with Indian festivals are aplenty but there is also an unconventional and quirky side to belief systems in India. Although these celebrations are restricted to their regions of origin, the stories are not.
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Kite festivals in India
January 4, 2017
Kite flying is a popular festival in India and it takes place during Makar Sankranti in the month of January. The kite festival is celebrated in various states of India and displays amazing collections of simple and fancy kites in different shapes and sizes.
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A glimpse of the festival of lights in New Delhi
November 1, 2016
People in New Delhi celebrated Diwali, or Deepavali as it is popularly known in India, with an infectious enthusiasm and energy. Diwali is a Hindu festival celebrated every year in autumn across the nation. Spiritually, it signifies the victory of light over darkness and of good ...
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Vibrant Gujarat Navratri Festival 2016
October 6, 2016
The city of Ahmedabad in Gujarat is hosting one of the grandest Navratri festivals in India. The inaugural day witnessed a myriad of events and performances which were enjoyed by many government and social figures besides visitors and tourists.
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Goa Monsoon Festival
June 28, 2016
As monsoons strike Goa and the rest of the country, the coastal state experiences a splurge of festivals. In one such festival – Cucumber Feast – the state invites its loyal visitors to be a part of its fascinating tradition.
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Kashmiri Hindus Celebrate Kheer Bhawani Festival
June 15, 2016
Thousands of Kashmiri Brahmans (hindu priest cast in India) come from different parts of India to the Kheer Bhawani shrine in Tulmul Ganderbal area of Kashmir. The festival is celebrated every year in May-June.
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Jaipur se met aux couleurs du teej
November 19, 2015
Au rythme des saisons ou pour célébrer telle ou telle divinité, les festivals ponctuent la vie des Indiens. Débauches de couleurs et de bonne humeur, ces manifestations ancestrales attirent désormais les touristes, y compris des Occidentaux. A Jaipur, la capitale du Rajastha...
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Udaipur
November 19, 2015
While the popular destination to enjoy the colours of holi is Braj, a small town in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh where it is believed that Lord Krishna grew up; the living palace at Udaipur opens its gates to witness a royal celebration. Colours, Krishna-Radha raas (dance)...
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