Explore India's top 15 cultural festivals 2017

India is famous for its festivals. Some parties are always around the corner. January 2017 is no exception and brings with it a number of festivities. No matter what part of India you are in, there is a festival for you to look forward to in 2017.

1. Jaisalmer Desert Festival, Rajasthan:

Rajasthan comes alive with the Jaisalmer Desert Festival. The festival is a unique showcase of rich and colorful folk culture. Once you are there, you are welcomed by folk singers, puppeteers, acrobats, fire dancers and more in their traditional, colorful and lively carriers. Among all these traditional glitters you will find a special place for the ships of the desert, the camel. In addition to a camel trip you can enjoy the camel polo and the Camel Decoration. Date: 8 to 10 April 2017. Jaisalmer

2.Jaisalmer Desert Festival, Rajasthan:
Thaipuism Festival is a Hindu festival commemorating the occasion of Parvati to give Murugan a "spear" so that he could overcome the evil demon Soorapadman. Devotees during this religious event perform various ritual acts that include 48 days of shaking, shaving heads and carrying a procession with a jar of milk, and Kavadi Cavalain Attam (a local dance form). Date: February 10, 2017 Thaipusam festival

3. Reed Utsav, Gujarat:

One of India's most prominent cultural festivals, the Rann Utsav is famous for its musical performances and the fantastic scenery of Great Rann or Kutch in Gujarat. Rann Utsav started in November 2016, the Rann Utsav continues until February 20, 2017. The best time to attend the Rann Utsav is full moon nights when the salt nut is spectacular. Data for this year are January 12 and February 11). Date: Until February 20, 2017. Folk-artist-rann-utsav


4.Khajuraho Dance Festival, Madhya Pradesh:

Khajuraho, famous for its erotic sculptures and aesthetic temples dating from a period between the 10th and 11th centuries AD, hosts the annual cultural dance festival to welcome the spring season. Striking dance groups and famous classic dancers from different corners of the world come together to perform at the greatest stage for classical dance shapes. The performance includes Bharatnatyam, Odissi, Mohini Attam, Chhau, Kathak, Kuchipudi and more. It's a week-long event and every day is planned with different forms of classical dance programs. Date: February 20-26, 2017 (Expected Data) Khajuraho Dance Festival

5.Hornbill Festival, Nagaland:
One of the biggest cultural tourist festivals in the country, the Hornbill Music Festival has attracted an abundance of tourists over the years. This 7-day cultural fiesta is held in the scenic Kohima area in December, where you can see the biggest rocking contest in the country and also learn about the rich cultural heritage of the place under one roof.  Date: 1 to 10 December 2017 (Expected data) Hornbill-Fest

6.Dusshera, across India:
Dusshera, marks the end of Navratri and mythologically, it is assumed that Lord Rama killed the Demon Ravana this day and liberated Goddess Sita of Lanka. It is also believed that Ram fought for nine days in Lanka to win Ravana.  Date: September 30, 2017 Dussehra

7.Pongal, Tamil Nadu:
Pongal is a festival of the harvest season by the Tamils. The celebration continues for 4 days, usually between January 13 and January 16. The word pongal in Tamil means plenty of crop. It is celebrated mainly as thanksgiving to the Sun, the main source of energy for crops to grow. Date: January 14, 2017 Pongal celebrations-in-India-5

8.Durga Puja, West Bengal:
The Durga Puja in Kolkata is a jubilee of the Bengals and is 4-5 days extravaganza related to people who come from different caste and faith. Local is also known as "Akal bodhan", an unused time for the commencement of worship. Mythology says that the usual time of worship Durga is April, but Lord Rama adores Durga Mata during this period to try to kill Ravana. Whatever the consequences, but during the Durga Puja festival, Bengals will reunite with their family and friends from different corners of the world. Date: 26 to 30 September 2017 Durga

9. Diwali, anywhere in India

Diwali today is not an ancient Hindu festival that is celebrated to know the victory of light over darkness, knowledge of ignorance, good about evil, and hope of despair ... but also has religious significance in Sikhism and Jainistic religions. That's not all!!! People who come from Buddhism, Muslim and Christian religions also participate in the event by illuminating candles or traditional lamps (Diyas) and firecrackers. Date: October 19, 2017 Diwali

10.Holi, anywhere in India

One of the popular festivals in India that has achieved its cultural significance in other parts of the world ... Holi, that's the 'festival of colors', is actually just a colorful event. It is one of the most enjoyable occasions for people in India and is celebrated with gulal (perfumed and colored powder), Pichkari (Water Gun), and buckets of colored water followed by distribution of sweets and parties. In Holi's opportunity, people throw and paint colors that mark most of the celebration along with sharing smile and formal hug.

Date: March 13, 2017, Holi-over-India

11. Eid ul-Fitr, across India

It is the time of the year that Muslims gather from all over the world to show a common goal of unity representing the cultural exuberance of Islamic religion and ending the Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting. Hence it is also referred to as "Breaking the Fast". During the favorable day of Eid ul-Fitr, thousands of Muslims gather from different angles of respective cities in India at the nearest mosque to celebrate the joyous occasion, greeted immediately, followed immediately by a formal hug, sharing gifts and sweets , A party The traditional and popular way of Eid greeting is "Eid Mubarak", a phrase that you will often hear if you meet a Muslim meeting on a particular day. Eid ul-Fitr in other terms and all other religious festivals in India is a festival of togetherness and happiness. Date: June 8, 2017 Eid-ul-Fitr-over-India

12. Ganesh Chaturthi, Maharashtra and Central India:

Ganesh Chaturti was always a small party in every household by worshiping Lord Ganesh. In the year 1893, Lokmanya Tilak transformed it into a large, well-organized domestic celebration. Since then, it has become a major event in Maharashtra and Central India and is spread rapidly across South India and parts of East and North India. The 10-day event at the end of the event sees various cultural programs, dance, crafts and a big parade.  Date: Aug 25 - September 5, 2017 Ganesh-chaturthi

13. Pushkar Fair, Rajasthan

One of the five sacred places of the Hindu devotees, Pushkar is internationally known to host the Pushkar Camel Fair, which is an annual festival. The week-long gala affair spread different shades of the royal state of Rajasthan. With the beautiful art and architecture of the distant era are important attractions, the Pushkar Fair is a wonderful eye candy for travelers around the world. The main purpose of the Pushkar Fair is to promote trade in cattle, such as camels, horses, cows, goats, sheep, etc. For tourists, the Pushkar fair is an experience of a camel safari, local music and cultural performances. Date: October 28 - November 4, 2017 Rajasthan pushkar fair

14. Janmashtami, anywhere in India:

Janmashtami or Krishna asthami marks the annual birthdate of Hindu deity Lord Krishna. The day is celebrated on the eight night of the dark quarter in the month of Shravana. The celebration continues for a minimum of 2 days to 8 days. In the holy cities of Mathura and Vridavan, several events are held, such as Rasa lila, and dramatic ordinances depicting the life of Lord Krishna. Regions next Vaishnavism in Manipur host such events as well. Janmashtami is also celebrated in other parts of India by different names. Date: August 15, 2017 Janmashtami

15.Maha Shivratri, across India

This is the day Lord Shiva married Goddess Parvati. The night of Maha Shivratri is called the "Lord's Night of Lord Shiva" and is perceived annually in the month of Falgun; According to the Georgian calendar, it falls in February / March. The day is celebrated at Puja and offers Bael or Golden Apple leaves.