Among the many festivals that takes place in India to celebrate diverse occasions is Ram Navami commemorated in the Hindu month of Chaitra that falls between April and March, to celebrate the birth of Rama. It is a hugely important festival for the Hindus as Rama is considered an incarnation of the god Vishnu. In some parts of India it is celebrated as Vasanta Navratri over nine days. In households observing the festival the day begins with a prayer to the sun and at mid day, the supposed time of Rama’s birth, special prayers and poojas are performed in Ram temples big and small all over India. Some people start the festival with a fast and some others fast for the whole nine day duration …

Eaton Smart, New Delhi Airport Transit Hotel is one of the Hotels in New Delhi Airport offering comfort and relaxation to all transit passengers. This New Delhi Airport Hotel is set up in a way that passengers feel refreshed after an exhilarating journey, and makes it easier for them to continue their journey. If you’re dropping by in India during the months of February and March, a must see festival is the Holi festival. This is one of the biggest celebrated festivals in the country. Main purpose of this festival is to celebrate spring. The spirit of celebrating the festival remains the same within all ages throughout the country. The entire environment changes with festivity during this season. Loads of different food is cooked for the family members as …

A Thai Arts and Cultural performance known the world over as one of the largest stage productions, the Siam Niramit Cultural show is a spectacular show now listed in the Guinness World records. The show features over 150 performers and around 500 costumes are used for the entire performance. Special effects have been added as a result of advanced technology as of recent years, keeping up with the moving world. The show has three separate acts. The first act is on Thailand that then was and is named ‘Journey Back in to History’. The second act takes you beyond your imagination and is based on Hell, Himapaan and Heaven. The third act takes you on a journey through joyous festivals celebrated in this colourful country. …

Thailand never fails to surprise its visitors with these most vibrant Thai cultural shows which would also give a chance to the holiday-makers in the country to get a glimpse of this rich cultural heritage. Some of the Thai cultural shows that a traveller should not miss out are Siam Niramit, Thai Classical Dance Drama, Thai Mask Dance, Thai Village Shows, ancient sword fights and Thai Puppet Shows. Siam Niramit is a traditional Thai performance presented with the participation of more than 150 traditional performers on a huge stage along with many sound and lighting effects. There are 500 numerous colourful costumes being used during these shows. Siam Niramit is a magnificent opportunity for anyone who is visiting this great enchanted kingdom to get a …

The sea gypsies of the seas around Thailand have been roaming these waters for centuries. Sailing from island to island, they make a living by fishing and foraging whereever they land and trading any excess in the mainland. They have stubbornly held onto their nomadic lifestyle in the modern age and only a few are settled in the coastal villages of south Thailand. But on the full moon day of the sixth and eleventh month each year, all members of this elusive group come ashore to join the rest of their clan in a very special festival called Loi Ruea. Initiated to give thanks to the Sea God and gain favour and blessings for the future, the festival takes place in several Chao Le villages …

A traveller to Thailand can explore its many aspects and among these its distinctive culture takes prominence. When selecting a Bangkok hotel or more specifically a Sukhumvit hotel to be based at, Grand Millennium Sukhumvit Bangkok is an excellent choice. To catch an insight in to the rich local heritage witness some of the cultural shows in the country. On the top of this list is a world-class cultural performance known as Siam Niramit featuring numerous performers in vibrant costumes. The cultural shows at places such as Aksra Theatre, Sampran Riverside and national Theatre are also quite popular. Google+

An interactive self-learning centre, The Rattanakosin Exhibition Hall has been built encompassing state of the art technology. The Hall exhibits information on the history, culture and art of the Rattanakosin area from its early inception in 1782. Equipped with 9 exhibition halls and 4D Multimedia technology, each of the rooms in the centre is dedicated to represent a part of the grandeur of the capital of Thailand the Rattanakosin. Via the 4D multimedia facilities the centre successfully portrays the origins of the area. The Grand Palace and the famous Emerald Buddha statues are displayed on 4D down to the very last detail perfectly. A 360 degree multimedia demonstration depicts ancient forms of entertainment that existed in the area. Guests love the feeling of actually participating …

July is the best time for dates in this captivating country of Abu Dhabi. The date palm being symbolically as well as historically important in the history of the country, the Liwa date festival is an event much anticipated by locals as well as various tourists visiting the location. The festival revolves around the date competition where Emirati date growers from all over the place compete against each other for the prestigious title of the best date grower. The date palm is a powerful symbol in the Emirati culture and has played an integral part in the country’s thriving economy. The vision of the festival is to present the date palm as a source of prosperity for the country in the future as well as …

The Regent Taipei is luxury hotel Taipei that always strives to give the customers the best service more than the expected level. The location of the hotel is more convenient compared to other luxury hotels in Taipei. One of the most celebrated festivals in Taipei is the Lantern Festival. The colourful lanterns are the main sign of the festival. This is held for several days at Dr. Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall. A huge lantern displaying the Chinese zodiac animal of the year is the center piece. There are other various lantern types and designs created. The glowing lanterns create a magical site to all that witnesses this event. Uditha Dharmawardhane is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Roland Lefevre. He specializes in …

Since the Maldives is a Muslim country, Christian holidays are not celebrated in a big way, though one can nevertheless experience Easter celebrations. Travellers looking for Maldives resorts which to base themselves at can choose Kurumba Maldives since it provides idyllic accommodation for the entire family. One of the best luxury hotels Maldives has to offer, this resort has a wealth of leisure facilities that will help make your Easter holiday even more enjoyable. Following the forty day period known as Lent, Easter commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ who Christians believe to be the son of God. Easter falls on a Sunday and the 50 days following this day is known as the Easter season, culminating on Pentecost Sunday. Chandrishan Williams is a travel …