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The kite festival is one of the leading festivals in Gujarat in India and is celebrated enthusiastically in Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara, and Nadiad. Also called ‘Uttarayan’ kites are flown to symbolize the awakening of the Gods and the open heavenly gates.
The International Kite Festival in Gujarat is held in Ahmedabad since 1989. This seven-day festival sees several master kite makers and flyers across the world demonstrate their unique creations and kite flying prowess. Over the years the beautiful Malaysian wau-balang kites, Indonesian llayang-llayanghave kites, innovative banner kites from the USA, the Japanese rokkaku fighting kites, the Italian sculptured kites, or the flying dragons from China have shared space in the sky.
A must-see attraction is master kite maker Rasulbhai Rahimbhai’s kite, which has 500 kites strung on a single string flying high in the sky. Don’t miss out on the traditional Gujarati food festival offering sweets and savoury items.
We thought you would like to know where else you can get a glimpse of several coloured kites dotting the sky. Skyscanner has put together a list of Kite Festivals in India.
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Kite Festival in India
Telangana
The Telangana International Kite Festival at (TIKF) celebrates the rich local tapestry of kites, the arts and culture of the Deccan and Hyderabad. The highpoints will be the 17 international teams, 10 Indian clubs, night kite flying, a Hyderabadi food fair, cultural program, regional arts and crafts fair, and fun activities for children.Dates: Jan 12th -15th
Delhi
This unique kite flying festival is held to honor the passion and enthusiasm for kite flying near Palika Bazaar at Connaught Place. A must watch the Fighter Kite Competition and the Somber Display Flying along with exciting prizes to be won if you think of participating.
Dates: Jan 24th to 26th
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Kite Festival Around The World
1. Japan Kite Festival
Held at the Great Sand Dune in Hamamatsu in Shizuoka Prefecture every year, this festival is famous around the world.Dates: May 3rd -5th
2. Weifang, China
One of the biggest kite festivals in the world, it was first held in 1984. Weifang is the ‘World Kite Capital’ and is home to the largest kite museum in the world.Dates: Apr 20th-25th
3. Washington DC, USA
This kite festival is held to honor the friendship between USA and Japan during the National Cherry Blossom Festival celebrations.Dates: March 31st -14th April
4. Bali, Indonesia
The Bali International Kite Festival in Indonesia is the oldest. This festival evolved from a children’s game called ‘layang layang,’ and its kite fights are very competitive and known the world over.Dates: July -August, or July-October
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