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January

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Makar Sankranti
(Maharashtra, Karnataka & Andhra Pradesh)

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February

March

Mahashivratri (All over India) Is the great night of Lord Shiva when devotees offer their prayers all night.

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Holi (All over North India)It heralds the end of winter and the beginning of the Spring.

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April

May

Good Friday (All over India)Is observed all over India by the Christians who offer special prayer services in the churches.

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Urs (Ajmer, Rajasthan)The Urs are held every year at the dargah of the Sufi Saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti.

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June

July

Ganga Dussehra (Uttar Pradesh)According to the legends, Gangavataran or the descent of the Ganga, happened at this time.

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Rathyatra (Orissa)This spectacular chariot festival is held at the Jagannath Temple at Puri. Images of Lord Jagannath,

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August

September

Janmashtami (All over India)The birth anniversary of Lord Krishna, is celebrated with great fervour.

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Tarnetar Mela (Saurashtra, Gujarat)The fair is a kind of a marriage market for the local tribals - the Kolis, Bharwads and Rabaris.

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October

November

Navratri (All Over India)Continuous chanting from the great epic Ramayana, and performances from the episodes of Lord Rama's life.

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Sharad Purnima (All over India)Is a harvest festival when Laxmi, the Goddess of prosperity, visits all homes to bring fortune and good luck to all. 

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December

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Christmas (All over India)Is celebrated by the Christians and non Christians alike with special enthusiasm. 

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