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Fairs and Festivals
Diwali – the name instantly creates a visually appealing kaleidoscope of extraordinary celebrations in the mind. Celebrated for different reasons in different parts of India, the festival literally replaces the shadows of sorrows and miseries with millions of lights. Though, scheduled on October 23 in 2014, the extravagant celebrations of the festival will continue for the entire month. Here are some unique ideas and tips to make your Diwali holiday in India memorable forever.
Popular Diwali Destinations
• Amritsar: Enjoy the magical spectacle of the Golden Temple adorned with thousands of lights reflected in the holy pond.
• Jaipur: Elaborately illuminated palaces and buildings which convert the entire city into a vast ocean of lights.
• Goa: The party capital of India participates in the festival with rituals like burning down of demon effigies and carnival like celebrations.
• Varanasi: The holiest among the Hindu cities welcome the visitors on Diwali to decorated ancient temples and dramatic fireworks.
• Delhi and Mumbai: The metropolitans offer multitude of activities amidst rich decorations and a variety of events, fairs and cultural shows.
Top Diwali Activities
Celebrate with an Indian Family: Big-hearted people of India are always ready to welcome their guests. Choose a home stay option with a family in India and be a part of the heart-warming rituals and traditions of the festival.
Delicious Cuisines: Indian sweets like ladoo, gulabjamun, jalebi, rasgulla and barfi are among the highlights of the celebrations. You can also feast on the mouth-watering snacks and dishes with irresistible flavours and aromas.
Shopping Bonanza: From the world-class shopping malls to the handicrafts markets, the shopping venues during Diwali offer plethora of items from clothes to footwear, jewellery to fashion items, handmade showpieces to art and craft souvenirs you would love to take home.
Fairs and Shows: Cultural and folk dances and music performances and fairs and exhibitions showcasing different aspects of the India’s rich culture should be on your list of activities. Plan at least a week for Diwali holiday to extract the best out of this grand festivity.
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