Thursday, June 16, 2011

Local Festivals in Assam


Month of March

Sivaratri is celebrated on Peacock Island at the mananda emple with all night vigil and hymns and prayers

Month of September

Manasa Festival at the Kamakshya Temple in honour of the Snake goddess.

Month of November-April

The Assam Tea Festival is celebrated with events in various parts of the state.

Month of January

Magh Bihu and Bohag Bihu and Rongali Bihu in Mid April, the week-long New Year festivities are celebrated with singing and dancing.

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