Festivals of India

The people of India celebrates many festivals due to their cultural and religious diversity. Some of these main festivals include Makar Sankanti (or Pongal), Diwali (or Deppavali), Vijaya Dasami, Holi, Christmas, Ramzan etc. In addition to religious festivals, there are national festivals such as, Independence day, Republic day, Gandhi Jayanti etc. that are observed by all Indians. Also there are some regional festivals that are celebrated only in some parts of the country.

Click on the links below to learn more about the festivals celebrated in India.