Festivals in Varanasi

Apart from major Indian festivals like the Holi and Diwali which are celebrated with traditional fervour and joy throughout the country, there are a few festivals which are very special to Varanasi and are celebrated with much pomp and ceremony.

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International Yoga Week - Varanasi

(Feb)

Yoga along the banks of the Ganga. Share this rejuvenating experience at the

International Yoga Week organised by U.P. Tourism at picturesque Rishikesh. Learn Yoga from international masters. Enjoy a fulfilling break from the ordinary.

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Taj Mahotsav - Varanasi

(Feb)

A Culturally vibrant platform that brings together the finest Indian crafts and culture nauances. The Taj Mahotsav at Agra is a festive introduction to India and Uttar Pradesh. Mix and match festive enjoyment with fascinating sight-seeing aroung Agra.... discover the arts, crafts, culture and cuisines.

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Jhansi Festival - Varanasi

(Feb-Mar)

Steeped in valour, Jhansi-the heart of Bundelkhand-awaits your discovering touch. As rich folk traditions and legends come alive to recount tales of glory, festive spirit blooms in the air at the Jhansi Festival . Let U.P. Tourism take you into the pages of history.

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Rang Gulal Festival - Varanasi

(Mar)

A fiesta of colour and gaiety, Holi is a festival that comes alive in a hundred enchanting ways in Lord Krishna's mystical homeland, Brajbhoomi. Be a part of this colourful festival at Rang Gulal Festival at Mathura and feel the vibrant moods of Holi at traditional centres like Vrindavan, Barsana, Gokul and Baldeo.

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Buddha Mahotsav - Varanasi

(Apr-May)

Uttar Pradesh, a home to great Buddhist traditions it has also been the home of Gautam Buddha. U.P. Tourism's unique Buddhist festival, the Buddha Mahotsav, awaits you on your quest of the divine..... At Sarnath, where the lord preached his first sermon, and at Kushinagar, where Lord Buddha attained nirvana...

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Bodhi - Kedar Festival - Varanasi

(Jun)

In the shadow of the Himalayasm in the abode of the Gods... a festival that pays tribute to the artistic and cultural richness of India. The Badri-Kedar Festival at the holy shrines of Badrinath and Kedarnath. Be a part of the eight-days long festivity that brings together some of the best of Indian artistes at a unique festival destination.

Festivals - Varanasi

International Yoga Week | Taj Mahotsav | Jhansi Festival | Rang Gulal Festival

Buddha Mahotsav | Bodhi Kedar Festival | Vrindavan Sharadotsav

Garhwal Festival | Ganga Festival | Kumaon Festival

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