Most Popular Winter Festivals in India

India is a land of festivals. Warm your spirit by interacting with the local culture through various festivals.

1. Jaisalmer Desert Festival, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan

If you wish to enliven the traditional desert life of Rajasthan, Jaisalmer Desert Festival is just the right event. It is held three days every year in the month of February. The event would render you to witness the ship of the desert in myriad forms.

You will love camel decoration, camel fur cutting and camel polo. It also showcases camel gymnastics and camel formation dancing accompanied by a band. Get ready to enjoy music and cultural extravaganza of Rajasthan tourist attraction.

Suggested Tour : 10 Days - Rajasthan Tour 8 Days Palace on Wheels Train Tour

2. Cochin Carnival, Kochi, Kerala

Witness the Kochi’s Portuguese past, the last ten days of December become unforgettable. Enjoy beach volleyball, musical concerts, parades and host of other amazing fun laden activities.

Suggested Tour : 8 Days - Kerala Cultural Tour

3. Hornbill Festival, Kohima, Nagaland

Tribes of India represent the authentic Indian culture that resides in its jungles and far flung off the beaten regions. Every month of December Nagaland tribes come together and bestow amazing cultural treats to the people. Arts, music, craft, and culture is being displayed and it is not surprising that this event is responsible for attracting crowds from all the quarters of the world.

4. Puri Beach Festival, Odisha

In the month of November every year, the coastal town of Puri witnesses a wide variety of talents from the region. Immerse in classical dance and music performances, fashion shows, sand –sculpting competitions with biggest fan following and fireworks displayed at night make things more than simply beautiful.

5. Hampi Utsav, Hampi, Karnataka

Vijaynagara Empire was the most revered at one point of time. This festival showcases the cultural traditions of that era. With dances, dramas, shows, and host of entertainment, it renders amazing retreat from the daily hustle bustle of city life.