Sunday 17 July 2016

Emphasizing the Importance of Festivals in India

Festivities are usually marked with illumination of lamps and lanterns bringing in the excitement and enthusiasm of the traditional festivals. But nowadays, these festivals come along with electronic lights which are perfect ways to accessorize and illuminate your homes. Many Indian cities organize local fair that display many ethnic and traditional looking decorative items. Besides decorative gift ideas, people also look for attractive Diwali gifts, Bhai Dooj, Rakhi, Navaratri and other famous festival occasion.


Festivals in India comes with its own significance, it expresses the joy and excitement of getting together and gives you a temporary break from the usual monotony too. So before the commencement of the festival, people usually start doing the preparation well in advance. Markets are also decorated and are spreading the festivity in and around the place. People are generally filled with joy and warm wishes for your beloved friend and relative. Children are usually more excited as they get the opportunity to meet their cousins and play with them too.

Traditionally, festival in India are usually marked by offering prayers to the gods and the goddesses to seek their blessings. During festive times, women use henna dye on their hands spelling the magical spell of the festivals. People also decorate their homes with Indian folk art patterns which is usually termed as ‘Rangoli’ on the floors and the courtyards making the place look even more ethnic. These rangolis are often made using colorful powder which can even be replaced with flower petals.


People exchange gits with their family, friends and relatives to make the occasion even more popular. You can shop for Diwali gifts online or even gifts for Bhaiyadooj, Rakshabandhan, KarwaChauth or any other popular festival which makes the occasion a memorable one. The gift can comprise of a lovely looking gift hamper, excellent combo packs, sweets and other delightful gift options too.

People prepare traditional Indian delicacies at home making it an ideal festival delight. You simply can’t miss the chance to taste the delectable Motichoorladdoos, BesanBurfi, Sheera, Poli and Gulab Jamuns amongst others. It is these sweets which form the basis of these important festivals. Lavish dinners are arranged for families and relatives so that you get an opportunity to spend some quality time with them.

So, this festive season don’t miss the chance to celebrate and have fun and enjoyment with your loved ones so that festivals become a lot more happening then you might have thought of.