Asian traditional festivals

In Thailand, Songkran is a unique festival. It is also known as the Water Festival. People splash water on each other as a way of washing away bad luck and welcoming the new year. In Vietnam, Tet is the Lunar New Year festival, similar to the Chinese Spring Festival, with lots of traditions and family - centered activities.

Eid - ul - Fitr is one of the major festivals in Bangladesh. It marks the end of Ramadan, a month of fasting for Muslims. People celebrate with prayers, feasting and sharing gifts.

Navaratri is a nine - night festival dedicated to the worship of the goddess Durga. During this time, people perform traditional dances like Garba and Dandiya, and there are also religious ceremonies held in temples.

One of the major festivals in Manipur is the Lai Haraoba. It is a religious festival that involves various rituals, dance performances, and offerings to the local deities. It showcases the rich cultural heritage of the region.

Holi is also celebrated in Marathi culture with great enthusiasm. People play with colors, sing and dance. It is a festival that marks the victory of good over evil and the arrival of spring.

Diwali is one of the biggest. It is the festival of lights. People light up their houses with diyas (oil lamps), burst firecrackers and exchange gifts.

Diwali is one of the most important traditional Hindi festivals. It is the festival of lights. People clean and decorate their houses, light diyas (oil lamps), burst firecrackers and exchange gifts. It symbolizes the victory of good over evil.

Thaipusam is also a significant festival. Devotees carry kavadi (a physical burden) as an act of penance and to show their devotion to Lord Murugan. There are processions and religious ceremonies during this festival.

Navaratri is a nine - day festival dedicated to the worship of the goddess Durga. During this time, people fast, perform religious rituals, and there are also cultural dances like Garba and Dandiya Raas in some parts of India.

Diwali is one of the most significant festivals in India. It is known as the Festival of Lights. People light diyas (oil lamps), decorate their houses, and exchange gifts. Fireworks are also a big part of the celebration.