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As the name suggests “Navratri” refers to nine nights, 'Nava' means 'nine,’ and 'Ratri' means 'night.' Hindus celebrate this festival throughout India around 9 days which is full of lights, joy and festivity. This festival is all about Fasting, meditation, prayers, and other spiritual practices.   People worship Goddess in three forms and try to enhance their physical, mental and spiritual practice in these nine days. Each day has its own importance and significance. The most recent 3 days of  Navratri  are called  Durgashtami (eighth day), Mahanavami (ninth day) and Vijayadasami (tenth day). Day 1: Navratri begins with first night dedicated to Shailaputhri who is the collective power of Brahma-Vishnu-Mahesh. Day 2: On the second day, Brahmacharini is worshipped to get grace, prosperity and ‘mukti’. Read more

The land of festivals, India offers a year full of colors, flavors, rituals and cultural exchange. The country’s vibrant mix of landscapes and heritage bristles with art exhibitions, outstanding festivals and unique forms of creative expression. India’s social customs, religious and spiritual concepts, education, literature all come together to create what we call as its culture. India, the land of varied cultures and traditions is also the land of festivals and fares. India is one of the most religiously diverse nations in the world and the birthplace of Hinduism, Jainism, Buddhism and Sikhism.   The numerous and varied cultural festivals that are held throughout the year offers a unique way of seeing Indian culture at its best.  Music festivals are organized in various parts of India where singers and musicians from across the globe, showcase their talent. For travellers and music lovers, this proves as a golden opportunity as they get to explore new places alon...

India’s largest contemporary art exhibition, Kochi-Muziris Biennale which is held on every two years in Fort Kochi, Kerala. This art festival is conducting by Kochi Biennale Foundation with the support from the Government of Kerala.  The exhibition is held on the heart of Fort Kochi of existing galleries, halls, public spaces, and heritage buildings of Kochi. This event featuring rich programme like talks, seminars, screenings, music, workshops and other educational activities for students.  Now, Kochi is hosting 4 th release of exhibition which will curate by eminent artist Anita Dube. This featured event will host around Fort Kochi and Mattancheri areas like Aspinwall House, Anand Warehouse, Cabral Yard, and David Hall. Kochi Muziris Biennale 2018 lives on the theme of “ Possibilities for a Non-Alienated Life ” from 12 th of December 2018 and till 29 th of March 2019.  Some of the highlights of Biennale are Peeper House Residency, Let’s Talk, ...

Sonepur Mela / Kshetra Mela is one of the biggest cattle fairs in Asia which held in Bihar. This long fair conducts annually on Kartik Poornima (November) at the confluence of Ganga, Gandak and Mahi rivers whose origin from ancient history.   The Sonepur fair is the major attraction for foreign tourists from all over Asia which features around 5,000 stalls. On this special occasion, elephants are beautifully decorated which is the major sight of the fair. This great fest discovering different breeds of dogs, buffaloes, donkeys, ponies, Persian horses, rabbits, goats etc. and sold at this fair. A large number of elephants are sold at this fest. The event will live from fifteen days to one month. During ancient times, Chandragupta Maurya buys elephants and horses for his army on this special occasion. You can purchase a wide variety of things from stalls featuring garments to weapons and furniture, toys, utensils and agricultural implements, jewellery and handicrafts. Per...

The end of the British colonial rule, Indians gained freedom in 1947.  It leads to a creation of two independent states - Hindu-majority India and Muslim-majority Pakistan. When India saved from slavery, our first Prime Minister, Pundit Jawaharlal Nehru had raised the tricolor  National Flag  at the Red Fort in the national capital, New Delhi. This custom still follows on every year. Independence Day, on August 15, this is commonly celebrated by raising flags in schools and colleges and at government buildings. India's prime minister raises India's flag and there will be a speech at the Red Fort in Old Dehli. The major government buildings are decorated with strings of lights and the tricolor flutters from homes and other buildings. Print and online media may have special competitions and program to promote this eve. Most people may spend the eve with family members or close friends. They may plan a one day picnic or go to a film or eat lunch or dinner a...

The Nehru Trophy boat race, we can undoubtedly say which is the famous tourist attraction in Kerala. This race is usually conducted on the second Saturday of August for the memory of our Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. The first snake boat race was held in 1952 when the Prime Minister has visited Alleppey. He was so impressed and excited with the welcome and the boat race, so he donated a trophy. The race is continuing on ever since. Around 70 boats usually participate and compete to win the race. This boat race is held at Punnamada Lake, Alleppey. Alappuzha is ready to welcome the 66 th Nehru Trophy Snake Boat Race. Block your Calendar and Be a Part of the History on 11 th August 2018 . Count Down Start!!!! 9 more days!!!! Read more about Snake Boat Races in Kerala in Indiaeve.com. You can also find out the other cultural events in India at Indiaeve.