A competitive commemoration of Nehru's visit, featuring rhythmic, synchronized rowing of snake boats.
A majestic boating spectacle
Dates: August 12 Location: Punnamada Backwaters, Alappuzha, Kerala
A nationwide celebration of liberation from British rule. The Red Fort in Delhi is where the real action takes place where a flag hoisting ceremony is held along with cultural programmes.
Celebrating India's triumph
Dates: August 15 Location: All across India
An 11-day Catholic pilgrimage with multilingual Holy Mass, attended by millions.
A pilgrimage of faith and devotion
Dates: August 29- September 8 Location: Velankanni, Tamil Nadu
Unique celebration honouring snakes, followed by Jhapan Mela, a tribal festival.
Serpent worship and rural revelry
Dates: 21 August Location: Rural parts of Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Kerala
Traditional songs, dances, and parades celebrating Goddess Teej, featuring women in vibrant green outfits.
Carnival of Rajasthani womanhood
Dates: 19th August Location: Jaipur, Rajasthan
An annual flag festival symbolizing historical property disputes, now featuring mock fights and parades.
Commemorating disputes with a festive flair
Dates: 26th August Location: Divar Island, Off the coast near Panjim, Goa
10-day harvest festival celebrating King Mahabali's homecoming, marked by vibrant decorations and a banquet.
Homecoming feast of harvest
Dates: 20th to 31st August Location: Kerala
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