India is a land of diverse culture, which leads to a diverse lifestyle, celebrations and much more. India gets its spectrum of beauty from this diversity and if you wish to enjoy this diverse culture, the best time to visit is during festivals. Each festival is unique and in some cases, the same festival is celebrated in a different manner by different communities. If you are visiting in January, here is the list of all the interesting events, fairs and festivals celebrated in India in January. Remember that the dates of these festivals vary from year to year and this list is exclusively for January 2021.
1. New Year's Day
Place of Celebration : Throughout the Country
Date : 1st Jan 2021
Although every state and community has its own local new year, the influence of western culture has introduced this new fiesta into the Indian calendar. Each state celebrates this festival with grandeur and fun. If you are looking for exclusive celebrations, visit Goa, Delhi, Mumbai, Pondicherry, Bangalore and other ultra-modern cities.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Many clubs, hotels and other hi-fi spots will be thriving with parties, theme parties, dance celebration and so on.
- The market regions will be offering interesting discounts and it is the best time for shopping experience.
- Open-air parties will be conducted with booze, dance, and music in beaches of Goa.
- Many rituals and unique prayers will be conducted in religious sites for the wellness of people in the upcoming new year.
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2. Pattadakal Dance Festival
Place of Celebration : Pattadakal, Karnataka
Date : 1st Jan 2021
This is an annual dance festival celebrated in the Pattadakkal group of temples, which were built during the 7th century AD. This festival focuses on the ancient dance forms of the land. It also shows more interest in the culture of the Kannadigas community of the region.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Watch mesmerizing dance performances by local artists and performers from around the country.
- A craft mela is set up around the temple region where you can buy souvenirs and cultural items from artisans and even watch them work their masterpieces.
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3. Kanathoor Nalvar Bhoothasthanam
Place of Celebration : Kuthiramalika Palace, Kerala
Date : 28th Dec 2020 – 1st Jan 2021
Theyyam is a unique colorful and exotic dance form of Kerala. This festival stages Theyyam as the main element of celebration. This festival is a celebration of welcoming the new year. The dance is a mesmerizing element and the dresses of the dancers add a visual wonder to the feel.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Enjoy 40 different styles of Theyyam during this
festival. - Stalls will be erected around the temple where
you can buy religious items, souvenirs, cultural items, and others. - Special rituals are conducted in the temple
during the festival.
4. Swathi Sangeetholsavam
Place of Celebration : Kuthiramalika Palace, Kerala
Date : 4th – 13th Jan 2021
The name of the festival can be translated as Swathi music festival. This is a ten-day festival celebrated to praise the life and work of Swathi Thirunalwas, a famous singer and former ruler of the region. This annual music festival paves way for budding talents.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Several music performances will be conducted by
more than 100 musicians from around the state - Instrumental music performances of local
instruments like Ghatam, Veena, Mridangam, Tavil, and others will be performed.
5. Chennai Dance and Music festival
Place of Celebration : Chennai
Date : 15th Jan 2021
This is a celebration of Southern India's dance and music forms. More focus is provided on the Carnatic music, during this festival. This festival is celebrated in many temples, auditoriums, art centers, and heritage sites, throughout the city. This festival started in 1927 and it was initially called the Margazhi festival. This festival celebrates the anniversary of the inauguration of Madras Music Academy. Later, many music and dance schools joined up to create this grand festival.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Around 300 concerts are conducted throughout the city with more than 2000 participants.
- Starting from vocal to instrumental music, you can find many music performances.
- Dance performances are conducted in many auditoriums by talented artists and famous dancers.
- Performances are conducted in various South Indian languages like Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, and others.
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Suggested Tour :
- Full Day Chennai Tour
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6. Guru Gobind Singh's Birthday
Place of Celebration : Throughout the country
Date : 20th Jan 2021
Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh Guru, and the most significant Guru was born on 5th January in the mid of 17th century. During some years, although the birthday falls on 5th, the festival is celebrated on another day, according to the lunar cycle. He was a renowned master of spiritual power, poet, philosopher, preacher and many others. To mark his birth anniversary, many rituals and events are conducted by Sikhs throughout the country.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Special early morning celebrations, processions, and other rituals are conducted in Gurudwaras.
- At the break of dawn, devotees join up to sing religious tunes and also play a certain exotic musical instrument.
- You can find interesting stalls around Gurudwara to buy religious items, delicacies, and others.
- Free beverages and food are served near the place of worship. You can find free stalls for rose milk, langar meal, delicacies, and others.
- Kadha Prasad is a delicacy you can taste in the Gurudwaras during this festival.
- Many seminars and lectures will be conducted by leaders of this religion.
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7. International Kite Festival
Place of Celebration : Gujarat
Date : 14th – 16th Jan 2021
Since 1980, this festival is hosted in Ahmedabad, Surat and many other destinations in Gujarat. Every year, Gujarat celebrates more than 200 festivals and this is one of the top celebrations. This festival brings kite flyers and makers together and it is one of the most colorful festivals of the country. It is not just about India. You can find rokkaku fighting Japanese kite, American banner kites, sculptural Italian kites, flying dragon Chinese kites and so on.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Special kite market is open throughout Gujarat,
where kite makers and kite enthusiasts can buy different kinds of kites or
materials to make a kite. - You can find special delicacies during this
festival like surtijamun, laddu and others - Watching kites populate the sky and flying kites
are the top attraction of this festival. - Watch the sky early in the morning or late at
night to spot kites with lanterns flying in the sky. - Watch renowned kite fighters flying 500 kites
with just one string.
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8. Goa Tantra Festival
Place of Celebration : Goa
Date : 6th – 10th Jan 2021
The main philosophy behind tantra is 'Life is God'. This is a large healing festival with numerous people visiting Goa from around 25 countries. This festival takes place in the famous beach cottage, Love Temple Retreat Center. This festival is considered as an experience of love and to celebrate oneself.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Many yoga sessions will be conducted by different
gurus. Top yoga genres to experience are Shiva Shakti Yoga, Acro Yoga, Tantra
Yoga, Partner Yoga, and others. - Tantra meditation will be conducted by
specialists - You can enjoy live music celebrations during this
festival - Many massage sessions involving tantra is
provided - Cacao ceremony is the top experience to enjoy
during this festival - Drum circle, dance practice, singing circle, and
others are enjoyed during this festival.
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9. Arthunkal Perunnal
Place of Celebration : Alappuzha, Kerala
Date : 10th – 27th Jan 2021
This is the annual feast of the famous church of Arthunkal, St. Andrew's Forane Church. This is an important religious celebration of the state for Christians. Christians from around the state and neighboring regions visit the church to be a part of the rituals and celebrations.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- A grand feast is thrown for the devotees and
visitors. Tourists can take also part in the feast. - Early morning special masses and prayers will be
conducted by the church - Take part in the procession of the St. Sebastian
statue to the nearby beach and back. - The main part of the ritual is the crawl from the
beach to the church. Devotees would crawl on all fours to reach the church from
the beach.
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10. Bikaner Camel Festival
Place of Celebration : Bikaner
Date : 12th – 13th Jan 2021
This is one of the famous camel fairs of Rajasthan. This festival is conducted to celebrate the wealth of camel in this region. Bikaner is the only camel breeding center in the country and people from around the world come to watch the trade fair and the celebrations involving camels here. This is a two-day festival.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Watch camel related activities like camel race,
camel beauty contest, and others - Traditional cultural performances including
dance, music, and others would be conducted - Parade of camels wearing large jewelry like
anklets, necklace, and others - Fire dance, skirt swirling dance and gymnastic
performances will be conducted. - Puppet shows will be conducted with wooden
puppets to narrate interesting folklore. - At night, fireworks will be conducted to mark the
end of the festival. - Many stalls will be erected around the fairground
and top souvenirs to buy here are craft items, leather articles, pottery items,
jewelry, camel hair articles, and others. - Enjoy exotic delicacies like camel milk sweets,
camel milk tea, and other local dishes. - Some service providers offer camel safari through
the streets of Bikaner or around the fairground.
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11. Vasantholsavam
Place of Celebration : Kanakakkunnu Palace, Kerala
Date : Not Confirmed
This festival is celebrated as a spring welcoming ceremony. However, from a tourist point of view, it is a famous flower festival. This festival is a tribute to the agricultural products provided by mother earth. If you love foliage, this is the best colorful festival to enjoy.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Explore the iconic flower show, which holds
common and exotic flower species from around the country. - Visit the exhibition site where medicinal plants
and herbs will be displayed. Medicinal products are also sold in this
exhibition. - Enjoy local delicacies at the food stalls erected
closer to the flower show - The display of tribal artworks and other
lifestyle elements would be organized.
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12. Lohri
Place of Celebration : Punjab
Date : 13th Jan 2021
Lohri is celebrated to mark the end of the harsh winter and the harvest season of rabi. It is also the time of sugarcane harvest and thus, it is considered as the financial new year for Punjabi farmers. Gur, rewi, and peanuts are the three crops involved in this celebration. This festival celebrates fertility and it is important among newly-weds and new parents in Punjab.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Watch womenfolk sing and dance around a large fire.
- Try traditional festival delicacies like sarson da saag, gajjak, makki di roti and til rice.
- By sunset, people gather around the large fire to throw puffed rice, peanuts and popcorn into the fire.
- Traditional songs will be recited during this fire festival.
- Bhangra dance form is the most famous performance in this festival.
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13. Tamil Nadu International Balloon Festival
Place of Celebration : Sakthi Mills Ground, Pollachi
Date : Not Confirmed
Eight countries come together to enjoy this balloon festival. You can find balloons of different varieties flying over the vast blue sky. Apart from this, numerous children's activities and cultural programs will be conducted throughout the festival. This festival is celebrated during the time of Pongal, the harvest festival.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Watch balloons ascend to the sky early in the
morning. - The food festival will be conducted in the
fairground to enjoy the cuisine of the land and street food. - Music concerts will be conducted late at night by
celebrity singers and artists - A large fun zone will be open for kids with
rides, play area, and others - The prime activity to enjoy is riding on the hot
air balloon to get a panoramic view of the region.
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14. Kenduli Mela
Place of Celebration : West Bengal
Date : Not Confirmed
This fair is conducted in Kenduli, Poet Jaidev's birthplace. This fair is a musical tribute to the Baul community's culture. The community makes its livelihood by singing and their sings have a philosophical expression. This festival is celebrated during the harvest festival of the land.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Music and instrumental performances are conducted
by local communities like Bauls and Kirtanias. - A large fir is conducted where many local things
are sold like fishing nets, craftworks, pottery items, and others. - Take part in the holy dip in River Ajoy
- Akhras, temporary tents are erected for Bauls to
stay during the festival. If you wish, you can camp closer to them. - On the last day, colored ashes are smeared at
each other, similar to the Holi festival.
15. Kanjiramattom Nercha
Place of Celebration : Kanjiramattom Mosque, Kerala
Date : 14th – 15th Jan 2021
This is the annual flag hoisting festival celebrated in Kanjiramattom mosque. This festival is famous for its rituals and unique style of celebrations. Apart from religious events, the festival also gives equal importance to Islamic art forms, which is not performed in any other celebrations in the state.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Take part in the procession in which pilgrims
walk towards the mosque with a small earthen pot covered with sandalwood paste
and filled with coins. - Watch unique rituals conducted in the mosque.
- Watch the elephant procession that takes place
from the mosque to a couple of streets and back to the mosque. - This festival ends with a cultural fiesta in
which traditional Islamic art forms like Duffmuttu, Kolkata, and others are
performed.
16. Pongal
Place of Celebration : Throughout Tamil Nadu; well celebrated in village regions
Date : 14th – 17th Jan 2021
This is a four-day festival. The first day is Bhogi, which is considered as a day for Rain God to thank him for his generous showers. The second day is the main Pongal festival and the day is dedicated to Sun God. This festival marks the end of winter and the beginning of warmer season for harvest and cultivation. The third day is dedicated to cows, which are very essential for farming and other activities. The last day is Katya Pongal or Kaanum Pongal and this day is celebrated for the well-being of family and friends.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Special rituals and processions will be conducted in temples
- People pay tribute to Sun God by cooking rice in wood stoves, outside the house
- Bullfighting (jattikattu) is conducted in many village regions
- Many folk and cultural programs are conducted throughout the state
- Sweet Pongal, kolukotta, mango chutney, and other delicacies are made for this festival
- Take a walk through any house-filled alley early in the morning to watch womenfolk decorating their walkway with decorative rangoli made with many colors.
- Sugarcane is consumed a lot during this festival. Try tasting it.
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17. Kerala Village Fair
Place of Celebration : Kovalam, Kerala
Date : Not Confirmed
This is a ten-day-long local fair called Gramam in Kovalam. This is one of the few fairs of the country, which are visited by international tourists. Gramam's basic principle is to re-create the traditions of the land. You can find locals in ethnic dresses, traditional works would be on display and so on. Even an entire village is set up in the traditional look.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Many folk dances, music, and other performance
arts are conducted during this fair - Walk around the village to find flower-based
designs in front of the homes. - Many houses will have antique collection displays
and other galleries. - A large shopping area is dedicated to buying
traditional items starting from clothing to metalwork - Visit the food stall around the fairground to
find traditional cuisines of the land.
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18. Bhogali Bihu
Place of Celebration : Assam
Date : 15th Jan 2021
This is one of the most significant celebrations in North-east India. This festival is also called Bohag Bihu or Rongali Bihu. This celebration is a feast, which is conducted after the harvest season. The highlight of this festival is food. This festival also marks the beginning of the sun's movement towards the Tropic of Cancer. This is also Assamese New Year's day.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Explore the temporary huts built by the locals
using bamboo and thatch.This temporary huts are then burnt on the next day to
mark the beginning of the celebration. - Many games will be conducted like the bird fight,
bullfight, pot breaking, and others. - Take part in the community feasts during the
festival and also during the night before the festival - Watch locals performing dance and music
performances. The best of all is the traditional Bihu dance - Special rituals take place in the farmlands.
Tourists are not allowed to take part in the ritual, but you can view it as an
audience. - A fair is organized at different places in Assam,
where you can buy souvenirs, craft items, religious items and so on. - Traditional instrumental music performances are
also conducted in prime places. - Top dishes to try in the fairgrounds are
aalupatik, masor tango, khar, jaakh and others.
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19. Athirampuzha Perunnal
Place of Celebration : Kottayam, Kerala
Date : Not Confirmed
This church was built during the Portuguese rule. The main deity statue in the church was brought in by the Portugal troops from their homeland. This festival is the annual feast of this ancient church.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Take part in the grand procession through the
streets. The procession includes musical band, fireworks, and other spectacular
elements - Visit early in the morning to take part in the
flag hoisting ceremony in the church. - Special confession arrangements are made for the
devotees today in the church.
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20. Nishagandhi Festival
Place of Celebration : Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Date : Not Confirmed
This is a seven-day cultural festival celebrated as a tribute to dance forms of the land. Although it is a holistic cultural festival, more focus is given to the rare dance forms of the land, which are slowly getting depleted from the modern world.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Enjoy dance performances by renowned dancers and
budding artists. - The entire premises of Kanakakkunnu Palace will
be decorated beautifully, stroll through the region to enjoy the ancient
architecture of the land. - Kathakali fest will be conducted inside the
palace and is open to tourists.
Also Read : Know About the Traditional Dances of Kerala
21. Mamallapuram Dance Festival
Place of Celebration : Mahabalipuram or Mamallapuram
Date : 15th Jan 2021
This is a traditional dance and music festival, which is celebrated in the heritage site of Mahabalipuram or Mamallapuram. This festival is conducted as a tribute to the local dance, music and other arts and crafts of the land. The performances start early in the morning by 6 am and are completed by 8 pm, every day. Evening is the most beautiful time to visit to enjoy activities during this festival.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Dancers from around the country take part in
performing dances of each state like Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Kathak,
Kathakali, and others. - Music performances are done by solo and group
singers. - You can find instrumental music performances too.
- Visit the beach in the evening to find many
stalls for shopping and delicacy tasting. - Visit the shore temple, which would be at prime
beauty during this celebration.
Suggested Tour :
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22. Araku Balloon Festival
Place of Celebration : Araku Valley, Andhra Pradesh
Date : Not Confirmed
Araku valley is very mesmerizing with spreading green foliage in Andhra Pradesh. These slopes of the valley are beautified with numerous hot air balloons floating. This three-day festival is famous for its array of activities involving hot air balloons.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- The primary attraction of this festival is riding
the hot air balloon to get an eagle-eye view of the valley. - Professional aerial performers conduct many
stunning activities in the sky - Some stay in overnight camps for three days to
enjoy nature. - People stay back in the valley region for
barbeque dinner and other celebrations of their own.
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23. Modhera Dance Festival
Place of Celebration : Sun Temple of Modhera, Gujarat
Date : 19th – 21st Jan 2021
This is a dance and cultural celebration conducted as a tribute to the Sun God. Previously called Uttarardh Mahotsav, this is one of the famous festivals of Gujarat. This festival takes place for three days and it is the best way to enjoy the cultural elements of the state. This festival marks the end of winter and the beginning of the sun's transit towards the north.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Cultural and folk versions of dance, music and
other art forms are performed by artists from around the state. Other state
dances are also performed during the show - Instrumental music shows are also conducted.
- Nritya dance is the most colorful and grand
performance of all. Do not miss this performance.
24. Spituk Gustor Festival
Place of Celebration : Spituk Monastery, Ladakh
Date : 11th – 12th Jan 2021
This is a traditional colorful festival conducted on the 11th month of the Tibetan calendar. The main aim of this festival is to ward off the evil spirits and promote goodness. During this festival, the monastery takes up a lush beauty and tourists from around the country visit Ladakh to be a part of this celebration.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- The iconic performance of this festival is the
masked dance of the monks - Visit the Tibetan prayer hall to watch rituals and
take part in meditation. - Enjoy musical instrument performances of bells
and cymbals - Watch the burning ceremony in which a sacrificial
cake is being burnt as a symbol of destroying evil. - Watch the amulet of the monastery being displayed
to the public. After the festival, the protective charm will be locked up in
the monastery for another year.
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25. Jaipur Literature Festival
Place of Celebration : Diggi Palace, Jaipur
Date : 28th Jan – 1st Feb 2021
This program starts at 8 am and is concluded by 6:30 pm every day. This festival celebrates the art and craft forms of the land including works of literature. Experts from around the world are called for seminars, programs, and others.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Many speakers from around the world visit Jaipur
to address the crowd. - A large fair is conducted for local craftsmen,
artisans and weavers to sell their masterpieces. This is the best place to buy
interesting items like footwear, novel home décor items, traditional clothes,
and others - A night market is conducted at Clarks Amer for
celebration and shopping. You can also find special stalls in Pool Bazaar
during this festival. - The festival starts with morning music
performances and you can find many workshops conducted by top literature stars
from around the world.
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26. Chinese New Year
Place of Celebration : North-east India (best enjoyed in Tripura) and Kolkata
Date : 12th Jan 2021
Although the population of Chinese in India is quite less, you can find celebrations in the north-east part of the country. Kolkata also holds a small population of this ethnic group and you can find a spectacular celebration.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Visit China Town to enjoy the festival. You can
find fireworks, decorations, and other aesthetic factors. - Dragon dance will be conducted by expert dancers
during this festival - The Chinese population will have a grand feast in
their homes. If you have a local Chinese friend, you can try their home-made
food. If not, visit an authentic Chinese restaurant to try delicacies of New
Year like fish ball, sweet rice balls, rice cake, and others.
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27. Republic Day
Place of Celebration : Throughout the country
Date : 26th Jan 2021
This is the day of declaring the democratic setup of the country. India has been celebrating Republic Day since 1950. This is a national celebration however, the best of celebrations take place in Delhi.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- The famous Republic Day parade with the march of
army troops, weapons display, rocket display, stunts by army troops and others. - Horse march is conducted by the cavalry
department of the country. - Selected scout boys from around the country take
part in this parade. - You can find an array of regional dances,
patriotic song performances, and others. - There will be dedicated flag hoisting and other
activities in all major capital cities around the country. - Many institutes and communities conduct cultural
performances and games during this celebration.
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28. Lokrang Festival
Place of Celebration : Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Date : 26th – 30th Jan 2021
This cultural festival focuses on dance, tribal art forms, crafts, and others. This festival embraces the heritage of the land in a festive way. Apart from the local culture, many art and craft forms from around the country and even international destinations are expressed during this festival.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Enjoy folk, tribal, classic and other forms of
dance performances - Explore the art and craft exhibition
- Music performances from many states are performed
on the stage of this festival - Paintings of renowned artists and budding talents
are displayed for viewing and buying - Music history exhibition is the highlight of this
festival - Enjoy storytelling, puppet shows, and children
movie presentations provide entertainment to all age-groups - Enjoy the local cuisine at the food fest
conducted along with the celebration.
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29. Rann Utsav
Place of Celebration : Rann of Kutch, Gujarat
Date : 28th Jan 2021
This is a festival of natural and cultural beauty. Rann of Kutch is a vast salt desert, which is at prime beauty during the winter season. During this festival, carnival is conducted throughout the winter season. A temporary city is erected inside the desert to aid tourists. If you are visiting India during winter, this is a wonderful fiesta to be a part of.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Dance, music and other cultural performances are conducted by several artisans
- During full moon night, people camp in the desert and enjoy a bonfire, music performances, and others
- On the banks and beach regions, fairs are conducted where you can buy interesting souvenirs.
- Many adventure activities will be open for tourists like ATV riding, camel riding, camel cart tours, paramotoring, and others.
- If you are looking for some spiritual time, take part in yoga, meditation, and other workshops.
- Explore the temporary city to enjoy the culture of the land.
- Visit arts and crafts exhibitions and sale grounds for colorful photography session.
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30. Vasant Panchami
Place of Celebration : Throughout the country (best enjoyed in West Bengal)
Date : 16th Feb 2021
Vasant Panchami, Shree Panchami or Basant Panchami is the festival that celebrates the end of winter and beginning of spring. Mythological folklore considers this celebration as a tribute to the birth of Goddess Saraswati, the Goddess of knowledge. This festival is celebrated in temples and at home.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- Watch interesting rituals being conducted in
temples. You can find small children being made to write on a tray full of rice,
as a ritual - All devotees would be in yellow attire during
this festival. - Do not miss the deity in temples being decorated
lavishly with jewelry and others. - Many traditional dance, music and other stage
performances take place in many auditoriums and temples - Some temples conduct small fairs, where you can
find local craft items, religious articles, and others.
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31. Nagaur Fair
Place of Celebration : Nagaur, Rajasthan
Date : 30th Jan 2021 – 2nd Feb 2021
This is an annual cattle trade fair, which is conducted in Nagaur, a historic town in Rajasthan. Traders, buyers, tourists, and others flock this region to watch more than 75,000 camels, bullocks and horses being traded. Apart from trading, many other entertainment and cultural activities will be conducted throughout the fair.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- The fair starts with sellers conducting parades
to show off their animals. You can find animals decorated with jewelry and
beautiful clothing - Walk around the camps of camels and other animals
and watch traditional Indian styled trading process - Many animal-related games and shows will be
conducted during the fair like a cockfight, bullock race, camel beauty contest,
and others. - A few competitions are conducted for people like
turban tying contest, mustache contest, tug-of-war, and others. - Folk dance, music, gymnastic performances, puppet
shows, juggling, storytelling and others are conducted during the evening
times. - The iconic attraction of the fair is Mirchi
Bazaar (red chili market). This is the largest market dedicated to red chilies
in Asia. - Visit the stalls and shops around the fairground
to buy souvenirs like leather articles, puppets, wooden items, iron articles,
accessories, and others. - Try delicacies made with camel milk and beverages
like tea made with camel milk - By the end of the night, the end of the fair is
symbolized with numerous fireworks lighting up in the sky. - Some tourists and traders stay back in the
fairgrounds in camps and tents. They enjoy bonfire, signing, and others.
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32. Indian Art Fair
Place of Celebration : Delhi
Date : 18th Jan – 22nd Feb 2021
This fair is celebrated to appreciate artisan works in the genres of sculptures, painting, photography, video art, mixed media, prints, and others. This is the platform for contemporary and modern styles of art and a significant one in Southern Asia. This is a four-day event filled with shows, galleries, performances and more.
Attractions and activities to enjoy during the festival
- More than 40 galleries will be erected in the
ground and more than 100,000 visitors explore more than 550 types of artworks. - Explore galleries conducted by international
artists too - Visitors can buy or take part in the auction to
get the best painting. - Many heritage exhibitions will be conducted in
the ground
Suggested Tour : Old Delhi Heritage Walk
Read More : Best Day Trips to Take From Delhi
India is a land of cultural beauty and the best way to enjoy it is by taking part in these cultural fiestas. The locals will be more welcoming to any tourist who prefer to share their cultural happiness, with no regards to your caste, creed or religion. Are you planning to visit India during any cultural celebration? Visit https://www.travelogyindia.com/create-my-trip.html to get started.
Frequently Asked Questions
A. Some of the festivals which are celebrated in the month of January are New Year's Day, Pattadakal Dance, Kanathoor Nalvar Bhoothasthanam, Swathi Sangeethotsavam, Chennai Dance and Music, Guru Gobind Singh's Birthday, International Kite, Goa Tantra, Lohri, Pongal, Kenduli Mela, Tamil Nadu International Balloon, Republic Day, Rann Utsav, etc.
A. India is known for its variety of traditional festivals and cultures. It consists of various castes and religions. Each castes and religions have number of festivals which they celebrate. Usually, there are more than 100 number of festivals in India. From them, there are usually 20-30 number of festivals which are commonly celebrated in India.
A. There are few biggest festivals that are celebrated in India like Diwali, Holi, MahaShivaratri, Ramadan/ Eid-ul-fitr, RakshaBandhan, Navratri / Durga Puja, Dusshera, Krishna Janmashtami, Ganesha Chaturthi, Pongal, Christmas, Onam, Baisakhi, Mahavir Jayanti, Lohri, etc.
A. Best places for visiting in India during the month of January are Kutch, Jaipur, Munnar, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Auli, Chadar Trek (Ladakh), Kalimpong (West Bengal), Kalpetta (Kerala), Pondicherry, Diu and Daman, Otty (Tamil Nadu), Khajuraho, Goa, Phawngpui (Mizoram) and Kabini (Karnataka).
A. Yes, January is the good time to visit in India as the climate is cold. It's most favorable for tourists to enjoy cool climate and snowfall in some parts during January.
A. January is a season of winter. In January, you will always feel cold but the temperature of the climate in some regions of North and South India might be different.
A. There are 5 places in India where you can enjoy the season of snowfall in the month of January. They are Auli in Uttarakhand, Gulmarg in Jammu & Kashmir, Kufri in Himachal Pradesh, Munsiyari in Uttarakhand and Pahalgam in Jammu & Kashmir.
A. The climate of India during the month of January remains cold as it's the middle season of winter. During the month of January the average temperature during daytime could be lowdown to 5 Degree Celsius and highest by 27 Degree Celsius.
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