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The birth of Lord Krishna is widely celebrated in India with great devotion and fervor as Krishna Janmashtami. It is mainly observed on the eighth (Ashtami) day of the Krishna Paksha in the month of Shraavana or dark fortnight of the month of Bhadrapada which overlaps with August and September according to the Gregorian calendar. This year  Krishna Janmashtami  will be celebrated on August 24, Saturday. The  holy festival of Janmashtami  has arrived.  Lord Krishna  is revered in the entire nation and this festival is gloriously celebrated with bhajans, prayers and dancing in devotion. You must be busy planning as to where you should travel on this auspicious occasion. If you are in  South Indi a in this Janmashtami days, then there are few famous  Krishna temples  which can be a part of your festival celebrations this year. The festival is celebrated in a grand manner all across India, especially  Mathura ,  Vrindavan (Brindavan)  and  Dwark a. The actual celebration of Kr

Kerala  is not just a destination to hang out but more than that is an emotion beyond definition with overflowing heavenliness and unique cultural legacy. It gives you a feeling of being in heaven with natural wonders like  sparkling backwaters ,  bewitching beaches ,  spellbinding hill stations ,  captivating waterfalls , and  exotic wildlife , all coming under a single roof. And these make Kerala rightfully to be called “ God’s Own Country “. Formed on  1 November 1956 ,  Kerala  is  one of the most picturesque states in India  which is bordered by  Tamil Nadu to the east and south, Karnataka to the north and northeast, and the Lakshadweep Sea to the west. Captivating  backwaters  that flow into the majestic Arabian sea extends virtually half the length of this small state of India. Kerala experiences a moderate and pleasant climate throughout the year. This quaint little state is divided into 14 districts which are home to numerous historical sites and attractions to fascina

Venue:  Anandapally Village. District:  Pathanamthitta, Kerala. Date:  15 August 2019. The magical allure, rich culture and grand festivities draw  tourists to Kerala  like bees around the hive. Festivals like  Onam ,  Pooram ,  Theyyam ,  Snake Boat Races , are all familiar to every travel enthusiast visiting Kerala. But do you know Kerala plays hosts to a very risky competition with bulls?  Bull surfing  or the Maramadi Festival is what it is known as. Although  Maramadi Festival  is closely associated with bulls, it stands entirely different from  Jallikattu of Tamil Nadu  and the  Bullfighting in Spain . And this is gonna be an  offbeat experience for travelers  who set foot in  God’s own country , Kerala. Bull Surfing forms the vital part of the post-harvest season  festival in Kerala  and is organized  every year in August . It has a history that dates back to 200 years.  Anandapally village  in the  Pathanamthitta  district of Kerala is where you can witness t