Come Makar Sankranti and the sky is flooded with patangs or kites resembling colorful birds! The tradition of kite flying is still alive in India especially during festivals. Kite flying is the sheer expression of joy at the end of winter and the hope for bright days ahead. Kite flying is a fascination for the young and old alike, be it from open fields in the villages or rooftops and terraces in the cities.
Kite flying has undergone radical shift with the motorized and fiberglass kites replacing the old and simple paper ones. The International Kite Festival held annually in
Ahmedabad displays kite makers and kite fliers from across the globe who comes with their wares of fancy and designer kites. This popular festival coincides with the festival of Uttarayan or Makar Sankranti which adds to the charm of the festival.
The
history of International Kite Festival is an interesting one intertwined with the rituals of the Hindu tradition. If you wish to travel to any place in India to enjoy the fun and frolic of an Indian festival, then the best option would be the
time of International Kite Festival. The interesting rituals associated with the festival contribute to making the
celebrations of International Kite Festival a fascinating one.
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