Indian festivals and traditions Archives

Onam: the all inclusive cultural celebration of Kerala

August 21, 2021 Rashmi Gopal Rao

Coconut palm fringed coasts, house boats, Kathakali, boat races, Kalaripayattu, elephants and much more…Kerala is a state of many colours. And one thing that is quintessentially Kerala is Onam. Rituals…

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Doll Power during Dussehra: of religious tradition and significance

September 30, 2017 Rashmi Gopal Rao

One of the most important Hindu festivals, Dasara or Dussehra as it is also known, comes to an end today. Observed during the holy 9-days or Navratri that typically falls…