India's top Hindu festivals include the Holi (Festival of colors), luminous Diwali (Festival of lights), grand Ganesh Chaturthi, powerful Durga Puja/Navratri, and devotional Krishna Janmashtami, celebrating deities like Ganesha, Durga, Krishna..
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Here are 10 of the most prominent Hindu Festivals in India:
1. Diwali (Deepavali):
The Festival of Lights, symbolizing victory of light over darkness, celebrated with lamps (diyas), fireworks, and worship of Goddess Lakshmi (wealth).
The festival of colors, signifying spring's arrival, love, and the victory of good over evil (Holika Dahan).
3. Navratri & Durga Puja:
A nine-night festival honoring Goddess Durga, culminating in Durga Puja, especially grand in Bengal, celebrating her victory over the demon Mahishasura.
4. Ganesh Chaturthi:
Celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha, God of wisdom and prosperity, with elaborate Ganesha idols, especially famous in Maharashtra.
5. Krishna Janmashtami:
Marks the birth of Lord Krishna with fasting, midnight celebrations, and folk dances (Dahi Handi).
6. Dussehra (Vijayadashami):
Celebrates Lord Rama's victory over demon king Ravana, often with effigy burning and worship of weapons.
7. Maha Shivaratri:
The "Great Night of Shiva," when devotees fast and worship Lord Shiva with intense devotion.
8. Onam:
A harvest festival in Kerala, featuring flower carpets (Pookalam), boat races, and traditional feasts.
9. Raksha Bandhan:
A festival celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters, with sisters tying sacred threads (rakhi) on brothers' wrists.
10. Makar Sankranti / Pongal:
A harvest festival celebrating the sun's transition, observed with kites, special sweets, and rituals, especially in January.
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