A search for the traces of human history often leads the great discovers of the world to make their way to the south Asian country of India. Above all, the festivals in India are the bystanders of its traditions and heritage and its ancient existence. For those who are planning for a summer holiday in India, these festivals and occasions of merriment will give them enough reasons to make their plan. The scorching summer heat may hinder the travelers, but the fun, frolic, community and shared joy make summer in India an enjoyable time for the travelers.
In this multi-cultural, multi-lingual country, every region celebrates life in different ways, but with an ultimate goal of sharing the happiness with each-other. In the month of May, Indian state of Kerala experiences the greatest temple festival known as Thrissur Pooram. This festival features a colorful procession of decorated elephants along with drum concerts, ornamental parasol displays and bright fireworks. Witnessing this colorful event while you are into a summer tour to Kerala is a lifetime experience for the travelers.
With the planting season coming to an end, the Ao Tribes of the north eastern state of Nagaland celebrate the Moatsu Festival with great enjoyment and merriment in the month of May. During this festive time, the Ao Tribe man and woman wear their best traditional attire and enjoy meat and wine while sitting around the fire. Moreover, the state of Nagaland is blessed by Mother Nature and thus offers best ménage to the vacationers to enjoy an adventure vacation in India.
During the summer season, the terrain of Mount Abu, the only hill station in Rajasthan, comes alive with its celebration of Mt. Abu Summer Festival. Thus planning a summer tour to this region of the country could be a good choice for the travelers. Boat racing, roller skating and fireworks are the prime attractions of this colorful festival. As the celebration is an entire day event, so a Qawwali performance is also arranged at the evening. Out of the din and hustle-bustle of metropolitan life, Mount Abu is a tranquil abode for the tired souls in this warmest season of the year in the desert kingdom of Rajasthan.
For the Buddhists all around the world, the month of May is the most sacred month in the entire year. It is believed that in the full moon night of the month of Baisakh, Lord Buddha was born. During this sacred period, a special train is being run to take the pilgrims into different Buddhist pilgrimage places in India. The devotees engage in prayers, sermons and religious discourses to celebrate Buddha Purnima or Buddha Jayanti.
When the sun god is in full rage during the summer season, the south Indian hill station Ooty turns out to be a heaven to get away from heating plains. To celebrate the gathering of people, Ooty commemorates the Summer Festival. Cultural events, boat racing and skating are the most appealing attractions of this summer merriment along with the colorful flower show at the Botanical Garden.
Different regions of India may celebrate festivals in varied ways, but all of these are the merriment of life and above all of togetherness. Thus, in this upcoming summer season, planning a tour to India is a full of fun, adventure and insight into the rich cultural heritage and warmth of the people celebrating varied colors of life in India.
