Indian Festival: The List of Indian festivals which celebrates across the country.

 

India is a land of diversity and hence, there are numerous festivals celebrated throughout the year. Here are some of the major festivals celebrated in India:

Diwali - the festival of lights

Holi - the festival of colors

Eid al-Fitr - the festival of breaking the fast, celebrated by Muslims

Navratri - the festival of nine nights, dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga

Dussehra - celebrates the victory of good over evil

Christmas - celebrated by Christians

Makar Sankranti - the harvest festival

Lohri - celebrated in the northern part of India

Pongal - celebrated in South India

Onam - celebrated in the state of Kerala

Raksha Bandhan - celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters

Janmashtami - the birth of Lord Krishna

Ganesh Chaturthi - celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha

Mahashivratri - celebrates Lord Shiva

Buddha Purnima - celebrates the birth, enlightenment and death of Lord Buddha

Baisakhi - celebrated in Punjab

Guru Nanak Jayanti - the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism.

These are just a few of the many festivals celebrated in India. There are many more depending on the region, community and religion.