Deccan Festival

The Deccan Festival brings the spirit of Hyderabad city to life. The festival essentially celebrates the Qutab Shahi epoch. The love of art and literature of the city is reflected in the Deccan Festival. The festival is organized every year by the department of tourism of Andhra Pradesh.

The city of Hyderabad is known for its rich cultural heritage. It is during the Deccan Festival that the city dresses itself in its true hues and colors. The festival is annually celebrated during the months of February and March. The Deccan Festival is observed for five days in the city. These five days are marked with pompous joy and delight.

The festival marks the advent of several cultural programs. Talents of the city of Hyderabad is showcased in this festival. Performances of Ghazals, Mushairas and Qawwalis are a specialty of this festival. The recitation of poetry and dance performances also occur in the festival. The Deccan Festival also highlights the rich crafts of Hyderabad. The nawab special cuisine is also prepared during the festival.

Another festivity that occurs in the course of the Deccan Festival, is the fair of bangles and pearls. The decorative pearls and the multi hued bangles of Hyderabad that are renowned over the world is exhibited in the Deccan Festival.

The Deccan Festival celebrates the epoch of the Qutab Shahi rulers in Hyderabad who were great patrons of art and literature. The department of tourism of Andhra Pradesh organizes the Deccan Festival every year in Hyderabad to celebrate the culture and heritage of the 400 year old city.

Last Updated on 19 May 2011