India is an incredible country, where you can enjoy diverse cultural practices and traditions at one place. Colourful festivals are celebrated throughout the year.
Have a look at some of the top festivals of India that you can celebrate in May.
Chithirai Festival
Chithirari Festival is celebrated every year in Madurai’s famous temple. Madurai is a small town just 500 metres away from Chennai. This year, the festival will last from 21st April to 11th May. People of Madurai welcome the decorated chariot carrying idols of the Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Sundareshwar with immense zeal. One can listen to drumbeats and enjoy coconut water and other drinks offered by locals. Flowers are spread all over the way and on the idols throughout the procession. Don’t miss to attend the trade exhibition and fair.
Moatsu Festival
Moatsu is one of the most well-liked festivals of Nagaland. It is celebrated for three days. This year you can attend the celebrations from 1st to 3rd May in Chuchuyimlang village of Nagaland. The Moatsu festival is celebrated by the Nagas, especially by the Ao tribe of the state to seek the blessings of the almighty. The entire state is filled with the vibrant colours of festivities. This grand extravaganza includes serving of rice beer to everyone. Tributes are paid to the traditional heroes of the state by singing songs in their honour. The local astrologer makes forecasts about the good and bad days for the village.
Ooty Summer Festival
Ooty Summer Festival is going to held during the second and third weeks of May. Enjoy the picturesque splendour of beautiful hills and fresh air of the Nilgiris that will give you relaxing and soothing time to spend with your friends and family. A flower show will be showcased that will include the attractive floral arrangements, vegetable carvings, flower paintings and lots more. Besides, participate in rose show, fruit show, dog show, spice show and vegetable show.
International Flower Festival
International Flower Festival attracts thousands of tourists every year to explore the beautiful aura and surroundings of Gangtok. Visitors from across the globe visit this festival with great enthusiasm. The festival is organised at the Governor’s residence in Gangtok. It is celebrated for 30 days, and this year it will be held from 1st to 30th May. Orchids, roses, trees, ferns, creepers, and climbers will be displayed during the show. Adventure seekers can also enjoy river rafting. One can enjoy Yak Safari, seminars about indigenous plants and other activities too.
