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Gantan Sai

Gantan Sai is the Shinto New Year Holiday. Shinto is an ancient Japanese religion and neither does it have a sacred scripture, nor does it

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Navratri

The celebration of the Indian festival, Navratri or the �nine nights� goes on for nine days. The nine-day long festival starts on the first day

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Maha Shivaratri

Though, Maha Shivaratri is celebrated all over India, it is the most popular in central, eastern and northern India. The name of this Hindu festival

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Makar Sankranti

The Makar Sankranti is a famous festival of the Hindus and the Nepalese. It is celebrated in mid-winter and marks the transition of the sun

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Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom

Guru Tegh Bahadur martyrdom is observed by the Sikh community by organizing processions, singing hymns in Gurudwaras (Sikh Temples) and organizing sermons, kirtans (religious hymns)

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Hindi New Year

The Hindi New Year is a by-product of the cultural diversity of India that is also reflected on the different calendars of the country. The

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Holi

The Holi is a famous Hindu spring festival, which is celebrated in India. Holi or the festival of colors is also referred to as the

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Diwali Festival

Diwali, Deepavali or Divali is a significant festival of the Hindus. �Deep� means light and Diwali is the �Festival of Lights� where lamps are lit

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Ganesa Chaturthi

Ganesa Chaturthi (A Festival Related To Ganesha) is a popular festival of the Hindus. Ganesa is the youngest son of Lord Shiva and His wife

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