Culture & Tradition of India

India boasts of strong culture & traditions. This category introduces you to different aspects of Indian cultural traditions.

Mumbai Celebrates Ganesh Festival

Mumbai Celebrates Ganesh Festival

Mumbai Celebrates Ganesh Festival: Mumbai welcomed its favorite elephant-headed Lord Ganesh as the 10-day Ganpati festival began in Mumbai amid tight security. The ‘aarti’ and ‘sthapan puja‘ (devotional worship) were held in various pandals (associations) to mark the birthday of Lord Ganesh, the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Mumbai Celebrates Ganesh Festival Millions of Mumbaikars remained awake through …

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Ganesh Chaturthi Celebrations Outside India

Ganesh Chaturthi Celebrations Outside India – Hindu Culture & Tradition

Ganesh Chaturthi Celebrations Outside India: Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated in the UK by the migrant Hindu population as well as the large number of Indians residing there. The Hindu culture and Heritage Society, UK – a Southall based organization celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi for the first time in London in 2005 at The Vishwa Hindu Temple. The Idol was immersed in …

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Ganesh Chaturthi Aarti With Lyrics Video

Ganesh Chaturthi Aarti – Hindu Culture & Tradition

Ganesh Chaturthi Aarti With Lyrics And Video: Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated with extreme enthusiasm all over India. It is an important festival for the Hindus in the country. The celebrations of this festival in Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh are well known for their grandeur every where. The devotees of Ganesha observe a whole day fast on this occasion. People gather …

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Ganesh Chaturthi Decorations & Pandals

Ganesh Chaturthi Decoration

Ganesh Chaturthi Decorations & Pooja Pandals: Ganesh Chaturthi is an important festival in the India. It is celebrated with extreme zeal and passion amongst the Hindus in the country. The objective of this festive celebration is to commemorate the birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Lord Shiva and Parvati. This celebration was a homely affair before the year 1893 …

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Janmashtami Bhajans: Devotional Songs

Janmashtami Bhajans: Krishnashtami Bhajans

People sing bhajans to praise Lord Krishna on Janmashtami. Explore the article to get lyrics for popular bhajans that are sung on Krishnashtami. The festival of Janmashtami is celebrated with great zeal by Hindus across India. The eighth day of Savana month is important in the Hindu calendar, because this is the day when Lord Krishna was born in Mathura. …

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Janmashtami Decorations And Artifacts

Janmashtami Decorations: Lord Krishna Artifacts

Janmashtami Decorations: On the day of Janmashtami, devotees undertake decorations of their home and temple. Read on to explore Krishna Janmashtami Decoration Ideas. The festival of Janmashtami is celebrated as the birth day of Lord Krishna who was born as the incarnation of Lord Vishnu in Dwapara Yuga. It is celebrated on the eight day of the second fortnight of …

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Janmashtami Around The World

Janmashtami Around The World: Krishnashtami

Janmashtami is celebrated by Hindus across many countries of the world. Know about the celebrations of Krishna Janmashtami around the world. Janmashtami is one of the most important Hindu festivals, celebrated with pomp and gaiety by Hindus all over India. The festival marks the birth of Lord Krishna. Apart from India, the Hindus residing in other countries also celebrate the …

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Janmashtami Fast: Upavasa & Vrat

Janmashtami Fast: Janmashtami Upavasa & Vrat

Janmashtami Fast: Fast is observed by the devotees of Lord Krishna, on Janmashtami. Explore the article and know all about fasting on Krishnashtami. Janmashtami is a Hindu festival celebrated with great enthusiasm all over India. Colorful cultural programs all conducted all through the day, while in the midnight, aarti is performed and bhajans praising Lord Krishna are sung. A number …

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Janmashtami Cards: Greetings & e-cards

Janmashtami Cards: Krishnashtami Greetings

If you want to send cards, read the article. Know how to send greeting cards and e-cards on Janmashtami. Janmashtami Cards: Janmashtami is celebrated throughout the country with immense joy and fervor. The festival is celebrated as the welcome festival to commemorate the birth of Lord Krishna; the incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The festival is celebrated in the month of …

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Janmashtami Gifts: Presents & Gift Ideas

Janmashtami Gifts: Presents & Gift Ideas

Janmashtami Gifts: The tradition of exchanging presents on Krishna Janmashtami is an old one. With this article, explore Janmashtami gift ideas. Janmashtami is a spectacular carnival and a wonderful festival celebrated in India. This festival is celebrated to commemorate the birth of Lord Krishna, the avatar (incarnation) of Lord Vishnu. It is celebrated with great zeal and gusto all over …

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