Delhi, the national capital of India, is marked out not just by its historical grandeur and cosmopolitan shopping experience, but also by the extraordinary events and festivals that bring with them much merriment and an occasion to let loose. During the monsoon month of August, the city turns magically colourful with many festivals and events taking place here. They are celebrated with a great zeal and enthusiasm, and are a mark of Delhi’s rich culture and traditions. Here are a few of such celebrations that have been among the strong reasons for culture enthusiasts to look out for cheap air tickets to Delhi in the month of August.
Independence Day (15-August)
There is no other pageantry than the Independence Day Celebration in Delhi that elicits national pride to such an extent. It is a day of great historical importance in India and the national capital celebrates it in big way. The roads are cleaned and festooned with tricolours. Patriotic trippers across the city get dressed in colours of saffron, white and green. However, the highlight of the day is the flag salutation parade, followed by a grand ceremony, at the historical Red Fort. Thousands of people from far and wide book flights tickets to Delhi to witness this gala celebration.
Eid
A day marking the end of the holy Islamic month of Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr is another popular fest that encourages holidaymakers, particularly the Muslims, to book their flights and overall holiday packages for Delhi in the month of August. The festival brings with it a special joy for epicureans, as it is celebrated with delicious ‘biryani’ and ‘seviyaan’, in addition to the customary prayers and bonhomie.
Raksha-Bandhan
An occasion to celebrate virtuous bond of love between a brother and a sister in India is called ‘Raksha Bandhan’. A good number of tourists, particularly with connections in India, plan their Delhi holidays during this time. Foreign tourists seeking an insight into the unique Hindu culture of India who book flights tickets to Delhi during the pleasant month of August get a chance to include this fest in their itinerary and savour the pleasing festivity in the city.
