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February- International Yoga Week

A week long event to promote yoga is held in Rishikesh, a picturesque town in the foothills of the Himalayas. Detailed lectures and demonstration of various 'Asanas' by prominent exponents of yoga are the major highlights of the Yoga Week.

Holi

Holi is celebrated with the arrival of spring and the death of demoness Holika, it is a celebration of colours, joy and happiness. The Holi Mahotsav is organised in Nainital with the co-operation of the local bodies. The festivities reflect cultural traditions of Kumaon.

August- Janmashtami

It falls on the 8th day of the dark half of the month of Bhadrapada, the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth divine incarnation. Temples are decorated for the occassion, krtans are sung, bells are rung and hymes are recited in praise of Lord Krishna.

Kumbh Mela

The biggest congregation, perhaps of the entire world, Kumbh Mela is held at Allahabad, Haridwar, Nasik, Ujjain every twelfth year. Ardh Kumbha Mela is also held at these places every sixth years.

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