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Fair and festival of Tamil nadu Pongal This is the most important Harvest festival celebrated by the people of Tamil Nadu. It lasts for a period of 4 days and is normally celebrated on the 13th of January till the 16th. This festival is actually mainly celebrated to thank or show appreciation to the Sun … Read more
Fairs and Festivals of Assam Majuli Festival One of the major festivals that draws visitors from far and near is Majuli Festival in Assam, the gateway to the Northeast. The Majuli festival is held in Majuli, the largest river island in the world. Located on the river Brahmaputra in Assam, it has been a center … Read more
When is National Ayurveda Day observed 28-Oct When is National Dengue Day observed 16-May When is National Deworming Day observed 10-Feburary When is National Education Day observed 11-Nov When is National Girl Child Day observed 24-Jan When is National Maritime Day observed 05-Apr When is National Milk Day observed 26-Nov When is National Panchayati Raj … Read more
Fairs and festivals of Chhattisgarh 2 Pola Festival Pola is a bull-worshipping festival celebrated by farmers mainly in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra. On the day of Pola, the farmers decorate and worship their bulls. Pola falls on the day of the Pithori Amavasya (the new moon day) in the month of … Read more
Hindu Dharma: General characteristics and some common beliefs – Purusharthas– rituals and ethics – festivals and sacred days – pilgrimage and fairs. Yoga Guided by a Satguru Hindus believe that a spiritually awakened master, or satguru, is essential to know the Transcendent Absolute, as are personal discipline, good conduct, purification, pilgrimage, self-inquiry and … Read more
Durga Puja is an annual Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of the goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasura. The festival is observed for ten days, starting on the sixth day of the Hindu month of Ashwin (SeptemberâOctober). The main day of the festival is the tenth day, which is called Vijayadashami or Dashami. Durga … Read more
Festivals of North-East India North-East India is a region of India that is home to a diverse range of cultures and peoples. The region is also home to a number of festivals that celebrate the unique cultures and traditions of the people who live there. Some of the most popular festivals in North-East India include: … Read more