Kem Cho? Maja Ma Choo. These lines in Gujarati represent the lively and friendly nature that characterizes the Gujarati Community in India. Not only language but also the customs and the festivals of this vibrant state are quite popular with the people all over the world. Basically a business community, the Gujaratis are known for their thumping and beating Dandiya and Garba; folk songs that have the essence of the traditional roots of India and the festive occasions that mark the year in the state of Guajarat.

Gujarat Cultural Dance and Music

The major series of dances can be directly witnessed during the time of Navaratri, the festival of nine nights, preceding the Dussera. The congregation of both the males and females in village squares and temple compounds to sing and dance features this festival. The dance is done by beating the two sticks in hands on the beats of drums which is known as Garba. The modern form of Garba is Dandiya is which the dance is done of modern beat music and orchestra. The famous Bhavai folk drama is the exclusive feature of the state in which again the male and female artists perform on a folk tale or a given situation. This dance gets complex with the successive stages of the situation.

Gujarat Festivals Tour

The most important festival of the state is Navaratri celebrated with great religious fervour. The stringent fasts are ended on the tenth day along with worship, dance and music dedicated to goddess Durga. Diwali and Holi are other major festivals celebrated grandly in the state. Kite Festival, another festival in Gujarat, is observed on the 14th of January, the day of Makar Sankranti in India on which kites are flown from the terrace of the home. Muslims in Gujarat celebrate Moharrum, the prophet's day and the Id days. Similarly Parsis celebrate their New Year day Pateti. The Christmas and Easter are observed by the Christians here.

Gujarat Cuisine Tour

The vegetarian Gujarati thali or Jain thali is a common household’s name in Gujarat. The simple yet nutritious food made by Gujaratis is famous all across the globe. The spicy items and various mixtures made in Gujarat are not to be missed out by anybody. The Gujarati cuisine is specially a vegetarian’s delight taking care of non-vegetarians too.