Category Archives: Indian Festivals

Makar Sankranti - Kites and til-gul laddoo

Posted on May 16, 2011 by admin
Sankranthi also known as Makar Sankranti is a day of celebration in India signifying the onset of the uttrayana punyakalam when the sun starts its journey to the northern hemisphere, also called makara rasi in the Hindu scriptures. The day … Continue reading →
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Lohri - The festival of spring

Posted on May 16, 2011 by admin
Lohri is a festival celebrated throughout the nation and is one of those festivals which has no historical significance but is just a day of showing each other love and care, but also a relaxed day taking a break from … Continue reading →
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Holi - A Burst Of Colors

Posted on May 16, 2011 by admin
Holi is the most colourful and vibrant festivals of India celebrated in different names through out the nation but the spirit remaining the same all over. this festival is celebrated with much enthusiasm and joy in the month of march, … Continue reading →
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Onam – festival story and significance

Posted on May 16, 2011 by admin
Onam is celebrated in most parts of south India especially in the state of Kerala, in a traditional style. The festival is celebrated anytime between the months of August and September, and symbolizes the homecoming of Mahabali, one of the … Continue reading →
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Raksha Bandhan – The celebration of a divine bond

Posted on May 16, 2011 by admin
India is a country which celebrates various festivals round the year. Rakha Bandhan is one of the most important festivals which are celebrated in India. This festival is celebrated to mark the divine bond between sister and brother. This festival … Continue reading →
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