Regional festivals and fairs serve as windows into the rich culture, heritage, history and art of a certain region. These jovial and colorful days take you back in time and provide you an opportunity to honor your lineage. As the new year is about to begin, we have compiled a list of festivals to celebrate in January 2023 to escape the monotony of daily life.
Bikaner Festival: A celebration for the ship of the desert
Date (January 12, 2023)
This region of Rajasthan has traditionally been dependent on camels or ships of the desert. Camels are famous for their incredible strength in addition to their stunning beauty. Bikaner Festival, also known as Camel Festival, was established by the Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan to draw attention to the special bond between the region and this gentle animal. This two-day festival is marked by a multitude of festivities.
Lohri
Date (January 13, 2023)
Lohri is a wonderful festival celebrated enthusiastically across the country to mark the winter solstice and a good harvest. Though it is one of the most important holidays in Punjab, it is celebrated with equal zeal and enthusiasm all over the country. Sesame seeds and jaggery, two traditional snacks, are offered on the bonfire and consumed as prasad.
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Makar Sankranti – marks the end of winter
Date (January 14, 2023)
Makar Sankranti, also known as Uttarayan, is one of the major holidays celebrated in India. An important harvest holiday, Makar Sankranti has its roots in rural areas. Since it marks the entry of the Sun into Cancer, the day is considered exceptionally lucky. From this day cloudy days end and sunny days begin. In many regions of the country, people celebrate this day with kite flying, til laddoos, gajak, chikki and other activities.
Joydev Kenduli Mela – A three day festival in Birbhum
Date (January 14, 2023)
Joydev Kenduli Fair, also known as Kenduli Fair, is held in Birbhum, West Bengal. This festival is especially important as it is the best opportunity to see the boules, nomadic bands of mystic minstrels who roam the region playing music on ektara and singing devotional songs. According to the Bengali calendar, the fair begins on the last day of Pausha and continues till the month of Magha. Famous poet Joydev Kenduli is the source of the name of the fair. Radhavinod Temple is currently the focal point of the fair.
Bhogali Bihu – a major Assamese festival
Date (January 15, 2023)
As the new year begins, the state of Assam adopts its own distinctive festive atmosphere. This season is known for its fun, festivities and incredible enjoyment. The moment of Bihu has arrived. Bhogali Bihu is one of the three different types of Bihu festivals, which are celebrated in the month of January. The holiday is celebrated with great joy and enthusiasm. Bihu songs have a resonant quality. This holiday is celebrated by people of all races, castes, creeds and religious beliefs.
Jaipur Literature Festival – The Greatest Earth Literary Show
Date (January 19, 2023)
Jaipur Literature Festival or JFL is one of the most anticipated events among book lovers everywhere. This annual festival, which calls itself the “Greatest Earth Literary Show”, takes place in Jaipur. It provides a platform for entrepreneurs, politicians, humanitarians, literary experts, philosophers, writers, entertainers and athletes to engage in intellectual conversation and share their views, ideas and opinions. Jaipur Heritage Foundation or JVF is the organization behind it.
Modhera Dance Festival – Showcasing the Glory and Splendor of the Solanki Kingdom
Date (January 19, 2023)
Take in the brilliant green, yellow and red colors that cover every inch of Gujarat’s famous Modhera Temple. A chiaroscuro effect of space and time is created as the sun sets and twilight dawns on a starry night. This marvel of architecture was built during the Solanki kingdom. An annual dance festival held in the temple clearly tells about the splendor, power and wealth of the Solanki kingdom. This festival, also known as the Late Festival Modhera Festival, honors the local music, dance, art and culture. The Tourism Corporation of Gujarat Limited, also known as TCGL, is in charge of planning this three-day festival.