Well known for its cultural richness and regional diversity, India boasts of a large number of festivals and fairs. In one region or the other, festivals are celebrated almost every day, each with a unique flavor of its own. Some festivals welcome the seasons of the year, the harvest, the rains, or the full moon. Others celebrate religious occasions or the birthdays of divine beings, saints, and gurus or the advent of the New Year.

A number of these festivals are common to most parts of India. However, festivals in India may be known by different names in different parts of the country or celebrated in a different fashion. In fact, every community has its own special emphasis and unique form of expression in the celebration of a festival.

Come celebrate India’s rich culture with Snehithi! Let us learn more about the festivals, ways to celebrate them and special dishes that are made on these days.