Uttarayana/Makar Sankranti & Pongal: Kite-Flying & Thanksgiving Festival of India – The Most Important Harvest Festival Of India

Importance of Makar Sankranti / Uttarayana – Kite-Flying Festival Makar Sankranti is an important ‘Thanksgiving’ festival of India. In Tamil Nadu it is celebrated as Pongal. Makar Sankranti signifies a bountiful harvest and flourishing of wealth. People believe that by thanking god they are able remain happy and lead healthy life and reap success throughout the year.The day on which sun enters […]

International Kite Festival of Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India – festival of Uttarayan or Makar Sankranti

International Kite Festival of Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India – festival of Uttarayan or Makar Sankranti Celebrated In : Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Held on : 14th January, Every Year. To Celebrate : Makar Sankranti Attractions : Colourful kites of sizes and hues. International Kite Festival is held at Ahmedabad on January 14 every year, to coincide with the festival of Uttarayan or Makar Sankranti. Makar Sankranti is […]