5 cultural festivals in India worth visiting in 2024
India is a melting pot of cultures, heritage, customs and traditions that welcomes everyone with open arms. From diverse dances and songs to unusual food and clothing, this country is divided by uniqueness but united by love.
News Bytes writes: "To celebrate its spirit, check out these 5 super fun cultural festivals taking place in winter."
Nagaur Festival
Nagaur is the second largest cattle festival and one of the most popular in India.
Up to 80,000 cattle are exchanged annually at this festival. Music is played, folk dances are performed, tug-of-war competitions, camel races, bull races, cockfights, puppet theaters and circus performers are held.
The event takes place from January 27 to 30 in Rajasthan.
Kutch Rann Utsav
Kutch Rann Utsav is held on a vast territory of 7,000 square miles, in a village near Rann of Kutch (salt marsh desert), Gujarat.
Here you will find 400 chic tents on a spacious white sand field, live cultural performances, and Kutchi cuisine.
The festival runs from November 1 to February 20.
Carnival in Goa
People of different castes, creeds, skin colors, genders, religions, and communities take part in the Goa Carnival, which makes it incredibly hospitable.
Everyone can find something to do here - from singing and dancing to feasting, games, and performances. Clowns, fire artists and acrobats also perform at the festival, making the celebration even more colorful.
The four-day carnival begins on February 25.
Konark Dance Festival
The Konark Dance Festival in Odisha is one of the most popular entertainment events in the country. Many famous figures from the Indian music and dance industry take part in it.
Tribal music, food, and art are the highlights of the festival, which takes place from December 1 to 5.
Hornbill Festival
The Hornbill Festival is the main entertainment that makes a trip to Nagaland worthwhile. And it is worth the effort and time.
At this annual festival, 16 tribes living in the state present their food, music, art and dance.
You can see folk performances, bounty hunting rituals, car and bike races, fashion shows, and the popular chili eating contest.
The festival runs from December 1 to 10.
