Gujarat can be termed as the land of fairs and
Festivals. Thousands of small and big fairs, and festivals are celebrated
in different parts of Gujarat every year. The festivals are based on the
lunar or solar calendar. Whether the festival
is religious, social or related to agricultural, the people of
Gujarat enjoy them with the same fervor. Many of the festivals are linked
with myths and traditions. A tourist can experience the diversity
of the cultural and religious traditions of the Gujarati people during
the festival season. The main fairs and festivals celebrated here
are International Kite festival, Diwali, Janmashtami, Holi, Tarnetar
fair, Modhera Dance festival etc.
