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Festive Look of Kashmir!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Festivals in Kashmir are another side of the amazement that the valley offers. Kashmir, with its natural wonders, tells tales about the spirituality embedded in the surroundings of this paradise. The unique culture and traditions in Kashmir enhance the experience of an explorer visiting the valley, especially through the Kashmir festivals celebrating culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Festivals in Kashmir, cultural events, and traditional celebrations form an integral part of the Kashmir Valley and an amazing opportunity to mix in the colour of Kashmiri culture. These festivities fill the environment with spiritual and physical energy that is witnessed by everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n

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A scene of snow-covered trees in Kashmir. Source: Kashmir Online<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

About The Blog<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This blog is a creation of Kashmir Online, a dedicated travel partner. We will together explore in this blog, the famous festivals in Kashmir. Our search will cover cultural events Srinagar, traditional celebrations Kashmir and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Christmas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Christmas forms a major festival for the followers of Jesus. Christians decorate every corner of their homes with lights and buntings. They exchange gifts with nears and dears and also pray for their needs. This day is commemorated as the birthday of the prophet Jesus. It forms one of the best cultural events Srinagar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

New Year<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Another celebration for the Christian community while others also take part from different backgrounds, celebrates the Christian New Year. The start of a new year makes people emotional, serious and amazed. People wish each other and seek the blessing of the god. Surely one of the best festivals in Kashmir.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Urs Festivals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Urs festivals of Kashmir are huge in number and happen all year. The Sufi community of the Kashmir Valley celebrates special days in the names of the numerous saints of the Sufi order which spread the message of Islam in Kashmir. These disciples of the much revered saint Mir Syed Ali Hamdani, have their shrines built in different areas of Kashmir, where the particular Urs take place. These are among the traditional celebrations Kashmir.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jhiri Mela<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A festival of the Hindu, Sikh and other communities in the Jammu region commemorates the heroic death of Baba Jitto, a folk warrior who fought for the truth. A fair is set up at Jhiri village of Jammu where swings, games and other amazements form the common sight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This festival or fair makes among the fun-filled traditional celebrations Kashmir.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chath Puja<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Chath Puja takes place as a cultural event for thanking the Sun God or ‘Surya’ among the Hindu community. The Hindus make prayers for the blessings of the Sun God and make dishes, distribute sweets and take baths in holy rivers. This celebration is among the top religious festivals in Kashmir.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shivratri<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A much-revered festival of the Kashmiri Pandits, this festival commemorates the day of marriage between the Hindu god Shiva and the goddess Parvati. Prayers and blessings, making dishes, and other religious practices happen on the day. This one forms one of the beloved cultural events Srinagar.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Special guests reach Gulmarg to attend the Gulmarg Winter Festival. Source: NotInTown<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Winter Carnivals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When the valley of Kashmir is dipped in the snow, lots of snow celebrations are witnessed. The most famous among these is the Gulmarg Winter Festival which amazes the visitors fully. With activities like winter sports, cultural events, local food stalls, dance performances, and Kashmiri music, these winter carnivals serve the travellers well for witnessing the unique culture. These include among the best traditional celebrations Kashmir.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

These were some of the best cultural and traditional events in Kashmir. We hope you enjoyed this blog. You may explore more of Kashmir on our blog page here<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Celebrate with us!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Cherish the moments with a cultural trip to Kashmir and witness every celebration with our facilitation. Kashmir Online offers affordable and satisfying tour packages to Kashmir Valley. We specialize in every category of activity, from honeymooning to adventure and beyond. You may check our packages and reviews here<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What are the benefits of taking part in festivals in Kashmir?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The benefits are many which include experiencing the Kashmiri culture and traditions by hand, taking part in the happiness of the locals, getting to know the locals close and taking extra knowledge about Kashmir.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do locals allow visitors to take part in local festivals?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yes, locals act friendly towards the visitors and love to share moments with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Any precautions to take when participating in festivals in Kashmir?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are no precautions needed for participating in local festivals of Kashmir but one should not negatively judge the local culture and not talk about political matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Kashmir Online<\/u><\/a> provide accommodation and cab services?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yes, we provide every service to make the experience a wholesome one.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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