India's monsoon season is filled with vibrant festivals that celebrate the country's rich culture and traditions. Here are some of the most famous monsoon festivals in July, August, and September:
July/August : Held in the hill station of Saputara, this festival features cultural programs, adventure activities, traditional dances, and local handicrafts. It is a perfect blend of natural beauty and cultural festivities.
July/August : Celebrated by women, Teej involves singing folk songs, dancing, swinging, and adorning themselves in traditional attire. It is dedicated to the reunion of Goddess Parvati with Lord Shiva.
August : This festival is dedicated to the worship of serpent gods. Devotees offer milk and prayers to live cobras and snake idols, with vibrant celebrations particularly in Maharashtra.
August : Celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters, Raksha Bandhan involves sisters tying a protective thread (rakhi) around their brothers' wrists. In return, brothers give gifts and promise to protect their sisters.
August : Celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna, Janmashtami includes devotional singing, dancing, and reenactments of Krishna's life scenes. Mathura and Vrindavan, associated with Krishna, are central to the celebrations.
August/September : Onam is a harvest festival marking the homecoming of King Mahabali. It features grand feasts, boat races, traditional dances, and floral decorations, celebrated with great fervor in Kerala.
August/September : This 10-day festival honors Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles. Celebrations include installing Ganesha idols, performing prayers, cultural activities, and processions, ending with the immersion of the idols in water.