Festivals In Delhi

Delhi, being a metropolitan city, is a melting pot of cultures, traditions and festivals of the country. In fact, all major Indian festivals are celebrated here by different communities, though on a smaller scale than in the state of origin . For example, the Rath Yatra of Puri is enacted here at the same time that the mega-event takes place.

Qutab Festival
Organised in November , it gives tourists to give them a glimpse of the cultural grandeur of India. Set amidst the historical background of the Qutab, cultural events are held where veterans of Indian classical music and dance and folk musicians give spectacular performances.

Kite Flying Festival
Held on Makar Sankranti day (January) on the green lawns above Palika Bazar, Connaught Place, this colourful extravaganza attracts national as well as international participants.

Garden Tourism Festival
Held at the Talkatora Garden in February every year, it is based on particular themes. Highlights include an on- the- spot painting competition for children, varieties of flower arrangements, cultural programmes, stalls of rare plants, amusement park, puppet / magic shows, tourism pavilions of different states of India and martialarts display. In addition, craftsmen from various parts of the country display and sell heir products.

International Mango Festival
Held during July, it draws people from the country as well as businessmen, both from home and abroad.