Mar 26, 2024, 10:07 AM IST
India is renowned for its rich cultural heritage and diverse festivals, many of which have been celebrated for centuries. Here are eight such festivals:
Diwali (Deepavali): Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most significant Hindu festivals celebrated across India and other parts of the world.
Holi: Holi, also called the Festival of Colors, marks the arrival of spring and the end of winter.
Navaratri (Durga Puja): Navaratri is a nine-night festival dedicated to the worship of the Hindu goddess Durga.
Eid al-Fitr: Eid al-Fitr, also known as the "Festival of Breaking the Fast," is an important Islamic festival celebrated by Muslims worldwide.
Ganesh Chaturthi: Ganesh Chaturthi is a Hindu festival honouring the birth of Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed god of wisdom and prosperity.
Janmashtami: Janmashtami commemorates the birth of Lord Krishna, one of the most revered gods in Hinduism.
Pongal: Pongal is a four-day harvest festival celebrated in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu.
Onam: Onam is a harvest festival celebrated in the southern Indian state of Kerala.
This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports