Makara sankranti, the harvest festival, marks the Sun entering the zodiac sign of Makara (Capricorn).Pongal is the New Year & the beginning of Uttarayana period.
Festivals in Karnataka
Land of unique culture and rich heritage, Karnataka observes many festivals throughout the year. Some of these festivals have their roots in religious devotion and others emerge from cultural legacy. Ganesha Chaturthi is observed widely in this state for ten days and Dussehra is grandly celebrated in Mysore.
Different parts of Karnataka have its own special festival such as the very popular Hampi Festival is a celebration of the birthday of famous poet Purandaradasa. Dance, music, puppet show and fireworks are parts of this festival. The special attraction of Karnataka’s Kambala festival is buffalo racing.
Another culturally influenced festival is the Pattadakal Dance Festival that takes place in January every year. Ugadi festival ushers in the New Year of Kannadigas when people wear new clothes. Pongal is also an important festival that celebrates good harvest. Karaga, a folk dance festival, is celebrated in Bangalore to pay tribute to Draupadi. Read more about Festivals of Karnataka.
Deepavali – The Festival of Light and Happiness
Deepavali or Diwali is the festival of diyas or deepas (lights). Dhanteras, Amavasya puja, Kedara Gauri Vrata, and Nomu are some of the pujas performed following five days of sheer joy and celebrations.
Durga Puja Pandals in Bangalore – It’s Time to Pandal Hop
Durga Puja Pandals will be open from October 14th to October 19th, 2018 Entry is free Artisans from Bengal have come to Bangalore especially to make the idols for these pandals Bangalore is home to many Bengalis and as Dusshera approaches, a number of Durga Puja pandals are beginning to appear around the city. Read […]
2018 Mysore Dasara Tour Packages -Top 6 Tours
Take a special Mysore Dasara tour package and enjoy the festivity. From cycle tours to helicopters tours there is every kind of Mysore Dasara tour packages.
Ganesha Chaturthi- Celebrate Lord Ganesha
Ganesha Chaturthi is considered as a very auspicious festival amongst the Hindus. This festival celebrates the Lord Ganesha bestowed to the Ganas
Gowri Festival
Gowri is considered as a very auspicious festival amongst the South Indian Hindu Women. This festival strengthens the bond between a woman with her parents and siblings.
Varamahalakshmi Festival- Celebrate in Joy
Vara mahalakshmi is one of the most important festivals celebrated in Karnataka. Mahalakshmi is the goddess of wealth, auspiciousness and prosperity. It always falls on a Friday.
Mahamastakabhisheka History – The Origin Legend of the Grand Celebration
Mahamastakabhisheka History – the festival of Mahamastakabhisheka has a rich history. The festival is mentioned in Holy Scriptures and Jain inscriptions.
Mahamastakabhisheka – Celebrating the Lord’s Glory
Mahamastakabhisheka is one of the biggest festivals of the Jains, celebrated every 12 years. The next Mahamastakabhisheka is to at Shravanabelagola in 2018.
Mahashivaratri – Worshiping Lord Shiva
Mahashivaratri is one of the biggest festivals celebrated in Karnataka. Devotees visit Shiva temple to offer their prayers on the day of Mahashivaratri.
