Diwali is famously known as the ‘Festival of Lights’, it is one of the most awaited and widely celebrated festivals of the year in India. It is that time of the year when everything from homes to shops to streets are glowing with lights of various colours, shapes and sizes; all illuminating the night with a variety of hues along with spreading joy and laughter.
When Eid is just around the corner, what comes to one’s mind is the palatable food, and especially sweets. The seasonal desserts have their own role to play on the day of Eid. The cacophonic lanes of the Mohammed Ali Road are bustling with food aficionados during the month of Ramadan and on the day of Eid. The streets are replete with a choice of sweets ranging from Mawa Jalebi to Kesar and Mango Phirni.
With Christmas just around the corner, the city has already started preparing itself for the festival. This is the time when you can see trees and homes lit up, and an atmosphere of merriment is prevalent throughout. Christmas is celebrated in a grand manner in Mumbai and for the same reason; there are some amazing markets that sell great products for the festival. (more…)
One of the most awaited festivals for Bengalis is the Durga Puja. This is that time of the year when the entire state of Bengal is decorated with lights and crazy levels of excitement can be felt everywhere. The festivities are not just limited to Bengalis, but even non-Bengalis await this festival to go Durga Puja Pandal hopping and enjoy the yummy bhog served there, be it Kolkata or Mumbai. (more…)
Navratri is just 2 weeks away, and we can’t be more excited for it! The 9-day long festival, dedicated to goddesses, celebrates their victory over evil. Different goddesses are worshipped throughout India in varied ways. One of the most famous ways though, is garba and dandiya, which have their origins in Gujarat. Thousands of people get together to do garba across the world, and Mumbai is no exception. (more…)
Mumbai has some of the finest colleges in India, and every year, each college hosts festivals, ranging from cultural to technical fests. These events draw thousands of students, from all across the country. This is the stage where you can showcase your talents not just restricted to the classroom. (more…)
As Dussehra comes closer, it is time to peek into the rich history of the Ramayana, and what better way to do this than watch a Ramleela? Seeing enthusiastic stage performers enact the epic is a treat. During this time of the year, these stage events are some of the best places to visit in Mumbai. These are the few days where small Ayodhyas are made within Mumbai and hundreds of interested viewers watch the artists in awe. (more…)
