Diwali
Diwali is regarded as one of the most important festival of the Hindu calendar. It is
celebrated across the nation with great excitement. The festival is mainly associated with lights as it is called the festival of light. On the day of the festival diyas (small clay lamps) are lit in everybody's home irrespective of their social status. The name Diwali signifies 'rows of lighted lamps'. Diwali is a five-day festival, beginning on the 15th day of the Hindu calendar month of Kartika (Ashwin).
Pongal
Pongal is regarded as a harvest festival of South India. It is one of the most impo
rtant and popular Hindu festivals. Pongal is all about thanksgiving to nature and takes its name from the Tamil word meaning "to boil" and is held in the month of Thai (January-February) it is celebrated from January 13 to 16 every year. The festival marks a period of plenty, peace and happiness. 'Ponga' literally. During the Pongal season, people eat sugar canes and decorate the houses with Kolam. The festival of Pongal is held dear particularly by the farming community as it marks the end of harvesting season.
Pongal is regarded as a harvest festival of South India. It is one of the most impo
rtant and popular Hindu festivals. Pongal is all about thanksgiving to nature and takes its name from the Tamil word meaning "to boil" and is held in the month of Thai (January-February) it is celebrated from January 13 to 16 every year. The festival marks a period of plenty, peace and happiness. 'Ponga' literally. During the Pongal season, people eat sugar canes and decorate the houses with Kolam. The festival of Pongal is held dear particularly by the farming community as it marks the end of harvesting season.Maha Shivaratri
Maha Shiva Rathri is celebrated throughout India with much zeal and vigor. It is celebrated as a folk festival. Unmarried girls observe a fast and worship Shiva so that they are blessed with good husbands. The devotees of Lord Shiva take a dip in the nearby river at dawn and go to the temples of Lord Shiva to offer their prayers along with Bilva leaves. They observe fast throughout the day. Shivaratri is considered to be the auspicious time for the pilgrims to visit the twelve Jyotirlinga situated in different parts of the country to earn blessings from Lord Shiva.
Maha Shiva Rathri is celebrated throughout India with much zeal and vigor. It is celebrated as a folk festival. Unmarried girls observe a fast and worship Shiva so that they are blessed with good husbands. The devotees of Lord Shiva take a dip in the nearby river at dawn and go to the temples of Lord Shiva to offer their prayers along with Bilva leaves. They observe fast throughout the day. Shivaratri is considered to be the auspicious time for the pilgrims to visit the twelve Jyotirlinga situated in different parts of the country to earn blessings from Lord Shiva.
Rakhi
The Rakhi festival or Raksha Bandhan has a special significance in hearts of brothers and sisters. The silken thread of Rakhi symbolizes the love between siblings. The Rakhi Festiv
al symbolizes all aspects of protection of the good from evil forces. Rakhi is meant to sweeten the ties of brother and sister. Rakhi is celebrated with great joy and excitement all around India. Known as Raksha Bandhan in other parts of the country, Rakhi festival showcases the love, affection and feeling of brotherhood. The main ritual consists of tying the 'Rakhi' knot on to a brother's wrist. 'Raksha Bandhan' literally means 'Bond of protection' and implies that while the sister prays to God for the well-being and prosperity of her brother.
Holi
Holi - the festival of colors is one of the most popular festivals of the country. It is celebrated during the Spring season and embodies all the festivity, liveliness and exuberance of the season. Holi is the festival of young hearts. Spraying colors, dancing on traditional Holi songs, rhythmic drum beats and wild processions are the common scenes that one comes across during this festival. Holi is celebrated as the festival of the victory of good over evil
Onam
The festival of Onam portrays the rich cultural heritage of Kerala, its golden past, rich traditions and prosperous present.. High-spirited people of Kerala celebrate Onam
with gaiety and fervor. All in Kerala celebrates Onam irrespective of their social status, religion, caste and age. According to legends it celebrates the return of King Mahabali, the kind demon king who once ruled the land. There are lots of activities like sports and cultural events that take place all over the state on Onam. Number of sports and games events are also organized on the day. Onam is also a harvest festival.
The Rakhi festival or Raksha Bandhan has a special significance in hearts of brothers and sisters. The silken thread of Rakhi symbolizes the love between siblings. The Rakhi Festiv
al symbolizes all aspects of protection of the good from evil forces. Rakhi is meant to sweeten the ties of brother and sister. Rakhi is celebrated with great joy and excitement all around India. Known as Raksha Bandhan in other parts of the country, Rakhi festival showcases the love, affection and feeling of brotherhood. The main ritual consists of tying the 'Rakhi' knot on to a brother's wrist. 'Raksha Bandhan' literally means 'Bond of protection' and implies that while the sister prays to God for the well-being and prosperity of her brother.Holi
Holi - the festival of colors is one of the most popular festivals of the country. It is celebrated during the Spring season and embodies all the festivity, liveliness and exuberance of the season. Holi is the festival of young hearts. Spraying colors, dancing on traditional Holi songs, rhythmic drum beats and wild processions are the common scenes that one comes across during this festival. Holi is celebrated as the festival of the victory of good over evil
Onam
The festival of Onam portrays the rich cultural heritage of Kerala, its golden past, rich traditions and prosperous present.. High-spirited people of Kerala celebrate Onam
with gaiety and fervor. All in Kerala celebrates Onam irrespective of their social status, religion, caste and age. According to legends it celebrates the return of King Mahabali, the kind demon king who once ruled the land. There are lots of activities like sports and cultural events that take place all over the state on Onam. Number of sports and games events are also organized on the day. Onam is also a harvest festival. 
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