Monday, May 26, 2008

India : New Delhi : Festivals - 8

Id-Ul-Zuha :
An Important Muslin Festival occurring in January / February, this commenmorates Abrahma's willingness to sacrifice his own son to God.

Dussehra :


Observed in October this festival celebrates Ram's victory over the demon God Ravana. Spectacular ten-headed effigeies of the demon are burnt with a colourful display of fireworks.

Diwali :

This is the festival of lights and the Goddess of wealth Lakshmi is worshipped on this holy evening. Houses are lit up with oil lamps and colourful patterns of rangoli are etched on the floor.

Guru Parab :


A fortnight after Diwali, the sikhs observe the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak the founder of their religion.

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