Andhra Pradesh Fairs

Andhra Pradesh Fairs and festivals are famous all over India for the pomp and grandeur they are celebrated with. The numerous festivals of the place highlight the diversity of the tradition and culture of Andhra Pradesh. Most of these festivals are religious and a fair is arranged around the venues. These fairs add excitement and enthusiasm to the festivities. The most important feature of the Andhra Pradesh Fairs, like all the other village fairs, is social interaction.

Andhra Pradesh Fairs are very gorgeous and colorful. The fair grounds are filled with fun and frolic. Folk art and entertainment play an essential role in these fairs. In the Temple Fairs of Andhra Pradesh one can experience the importance of the traditions and customs that still exist in the villages. Community life is celebrated in these Religious Fairs.

celebration involves glorification of the art, culture, modes of entertainment and of course the food of the particular community. In all the Andhra Pradesh Fairs cultural programs are arranged. Here you will get to see some wonderful performances of the classical as well as folk art forms that are practiced in this state.

Some of the most popular Temple Fairs of Andhra Pradesh are-

• Srirama Navami Festival at Bhadrachalam- Sri Rama's Birthday is celebrated continuously for ten days. Rambhakts from all over India gather here during the months of March and April.
• Lumbini Festival of Hyderabad- This fair is organized to celebrate the Buddhist heritage of the state.
• Pushkaram of Godavari, Krishna, Pennar- Pushkaram is a very important Hindu festival. It is held once in every twelve years.
• Urs of Hazrat Ali- Held every year in Kohir, near Hyderabad during the months of October and November.

Apart from these there are also many Fairs in Andhra Pradesh that do not have in religious background.

Last Updated on 19 May 2011