Diu Island Festivals

Diu Island festivals mainly include different forms of dance. Garba, being the most important festival, is celebrated in the most vibrant way, with traditional dances and exquisite food and drinks.

Diu Island festivals reflect the lively spirit of the small island, which is located near Junagadh in Gujarat. The warmth of the people and culture of Diu Island attracts people from far and wide to come and enjoy the festivals and fairs.

Navratri is one of the important festivals in Diu Island. It is observed in the month of October. In this festival, Goddess Amba is worshipped. The main attraction of this festival is Garba, which is a dance form, performed by the women of the island. During Garba, women were bright clothes with heavy accessories. The graceful steps of the Garba performed by women of all ages allure the tourists to a great extent.

Diu Island has an excellent blend of Portuguese and Gujarati tradition. Dancing is generally accompanied by singing in most of the festivals of Diu Island. Dancing symbolizes happiness and joy filled moments with friends and family. The culture also includes the folk arts.

Diu Island festivals also include the regional folk dance of Portugal, which comprise Vira, Mando and Verdigao. During the festivals, the local people dress in colorful clothes. Apart from music and dance, food is an important part of all the festivals in Diu Island. It is accompanied by traditional drinks, which are enjoyed by the local people as well as the tourists.



Last Updated on 26 September 2012