Orissa Fairs & Festivals
Orissa being a land of ancient and sacred temples, and a state where three religions
flourished, is thronged by pilgrims throughout the year. There are a large number
of fairs and festivals celebrated in the state. There are festivals relating
to each religion, tribal festivals, festivals relating to Lord Jagannath, the
presiding deity of the Puri Temple, and many seasonal exhibitions and fairs
as well as special festivals such as the Konark Dance Festival, the Rajarani
Music Festival, the Puri Beach Festival etc..
Rath Yatra :
The most famous Orissan festival is of course the Ratha Yatra or Car Festival
(June-July) which attracts pilgrims and visitors from all over the world. On
the full moon day of the month of Jyestha known as snana Purnima, the idols
of Jagannath, Balabhadra slid Subhadra are brought out and bathed on a pendal
known as the snarlamandap according to religious rites.
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Chandan Yatra :
Chandan Yatra marks the conclusion of the cycle of religious festivals observed
in the famous shrine of Lord Jagannth at Puri followed by similar other shrines
of Orissa. The festival, starting from Akshyaya Trutiya, lasts for twenty-one
days and is held in the month of Baisakh at the height of the summer heat when
Chandan (sandle-paste) and water are essential to keep people cool.
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Durga Puja :
Durga Puja (September-October) symbolises the commemoration of good over evil.
Life comes to a stand-still in the city of Cuttack as crowds pour over the Puja
Mandaps to enjoy the festivities. On the day succeeding 'Vijaya Dasami', the
last day of Dussera, the images are taken in a spectacular procession for immersion
in the river Kathajodi.
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Konark Dance Festival
:
Described as a poem in stone, the Sun temple at Konark is the crowning glory
of the temple architecture of Orissa. As a fitting tribute to the majestic monument,
eminent classical dancers of India get together during the Konark Festival every
year.
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Dola Purnima ( Holi )
:
Dolapwnima or Holi is the most famous spring festival of India. Usually celebrated
in March. It has special properties in its celebration in Orissa where it is
a five day affair, especially in the rural areas. The images of Krishna are
worshipped form Dashami (10th day of the bright fortnight) to the full moon
day.
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Puri Beach Festival :
The Puri Beach Festival is an out and out fun lovers fest. Conducted by the
Hotel and Restaurant Association of Orissa (HRAO), the festival is a celebration
of Orissa, in all its beauty, charm and fun-loving spirit. With events ranging
from Fashion shows to rock shows, the Puri Beach festival.
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