No, its not Dec end or January New Year time time; neither, Christmas. Its April, and, its New Year Time here! Yes, in mid April, in beginning of spring, we celebrate our Hindu New Year according to Lunar calender. The temperatures are begining to rise, the season changes and we have the new year. Its Gudi Padwa for Marathis, Bohag Bihu for Assamese, Baisakhi in North, Ugadi/ Puthandu in South India and plenty more names given - as we are a vast and diverse culture. Along with celebrations on the ground, decorations, lights and glitter get filled up to the skies. Here are some glimpses of them. Enjoy :-)

no, thats not a christmas tree...thats just random street decoration...


reaching the skies...


whole streets are lit up...


unique lights dangling...

watch the video of the same below ;-)



cool art installations...

mandapam...featuring yantra of Parama Shiva, representing the triadic energies of the supreme goddess Parā, Parā-aparā and Aparā śakti...
Hindu New Year - There are numerous days throughout the year celebrated as New Year's Day in the different regions of the Indian Republic. The observance is determined by whether the lunar, solar or lunisolar calendar is being followed ( wiki ). Linking to Skywatch & MyWorldThruMyCameraLens
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Wow what a view
ReplyDeleteAn expression of joy is what I am viewing here. Enjoy! Peace!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos of the decorative lights!
ReplyDeleteMust be fun! Hope to see more coverage of the festival.
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Thank you for the glimpse into your culture. I love all the lights.
ReplyDeletethanks so much everyone :-)
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