Explore the genesis of India with Indian Cultural Tour Packages

From time immemorial, India has been considered to be a land of rich cultural heritage. This cultural richness of India is a blessing in disguise because it has been ruled for centuries by several dynasties of Indian, Mughal and British Empires which blends diverse cultural milieu into one vivid and vibrant culture i.e. culture of India. Besides this various religions also flourished at different times in this country like Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism etc. and all these factors have played their role in making an impact on the culture of this country. One can find the traces of different cultures in music, dance, architecture, festivities, languages spoken, traditional beliefs, customs and cuisine. Though all of us have read and heard about Indian diversities but it can only be felt from the heart when you explore its various destinations.

The best way to feel the amazing cultural diversity of this country is through any of the Cultural Tour Packages which are offered by Tour and Travel Companies. These customized cultural tour packages are so designed that it takes you to several important destinations of India basically during festive seasons so that you can feel the warmth, pomp, enthusiasm and legend behind the fairs and festivals. The South, North, and Northeast have their own distinct culture and almost every state has carved out its own cultural alcove which provides vibrancy to each of the Indian States. There is hardly any culture in the world that is as varied and unique as Indian culture.

India is a country Where Everyday is a Celebration so it is not possible to explore each and every festival of India simultaneously. Every festival plays an important part in the life of different people from different communities of India. There are many festivals which are celebrated on different religious occasions. And every festival in India is different in terms of traditions, celebration and rituals.

Navratri, or ‘The Festival of Nine Nights’ is among the most eclectic festivals of India which is celebrated during the first nine days in the month of September or October. This festival is dedicated to the worship of Mother Goddess or Shakti and her nine incarnations. It is celebrated throughout the country but the best places to see this celebration is West Bengal, Gujarat and Mysore.

Diwali the festival of lights symbolizes the victory of good over evil. It is joyously celebrated all over the country. This festival of wealth and prosperity is celebrated in every Hindu home whether they are rich or poor. One important practice that follows during the festival is to light earthen oil lamps in terraces, gardens, walls and courtyards. By lighting the oil lamps, the Hindus thank the gods for the happiness, knowledge, peace and wealth that they have received. The twinkling flames of earthen lamps throughout the city gives soul stimulating view which remains intact in viewer’s memory forever.

Holi the festival of Colors delights everybody upon its arrival. It is also called the Spring Festival – as it marks the arrival of spring which is the season of hope and joy. Colors and ‘gulal’ are showered on the people and the whole community seems to merge into one big fraternity under colors, without any distinction of caste, creed, color or sex. Though this colorful festival is celebrated throughout the country with full vigor and enthusiasm but the Mathura and Vrindavana of Uttar Pradesh State is the center stage of this celebration. People from across the world come here to enjoy the colorful splash of week long Holi.

Fairs are important ingredients of the Indian culture which showcase the country’s diversity and multi ethnic character. Fairs have always been an integral part of rural India because they not only fulfill a social and economic need but also showcases fascinating cultural ethos of rural India.

There is a long list of fairs which are celebrated round the year at several places in India. Among these the most vibrant, dynamic and colorful fair is Pushkar Fair or Pushkar ka Mela. It is the annual five-day camel and livestock fair which is held in the town of Pushkar in the state of Rajasthan. It is one of the world’s largest Camel Fair. Matka phod, mustache, bridal competition and camel race are some of the major drawcards for this fair which summons thousands of tourists to this place.

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