Wonderful Festivals to Witness Around Asia – Vibrant Festivals that Colour the World

Many Asian festivals consist of a fascinating blend of cultural practices, religious beliefs, and traditions passed down from earlier generations. These festivals are perfect for gaining insight into the lives and cultures of various nations.

Tết in Vietnam

Vietnamese New Year, or Tết, is probably the most significant celebration in Vietnamese Culture. Tết Nguyên Đán means “Feast of the First Morning of the First Day” in Sino Vietnamese. In the days that lead up to their new year, the Vietnamese adorn their homes with symbolic flowers

Esala Perahera

One of the oldest Buddhist festivals in Sri Lanka, the Esala Perahera in Kandy, the cultural capital of the country is a vibrant procession that consists of traditional dancers, fire-breathers, and lavishly adorned elephants. This grand festival is held in July or August each year, which is believed to commemorate the first teaching of Buddha after his enlightenment. The Esala Perahera usually lasts for ten days attracting tourists from near and far.

Songkran

There are various mind-boggling festivals that one can experience during a holiday spent at one of the Thailand properties, possibly at one offered by an international hotel group. And Songkran or the Water Festival is one of the most fun festivals where people go crazy with friendly water fights during the hottest season of the year. This festival, which lasts for more than a week, symbolises washing off all the misfortunes of the past year.

Holi Festival

Holi is a highly revered festival, which is celebrated almost everywhere in India. It is hailed as the ‘Festival of Love,’ as this day allows people to unite with each other after nurturing ill-conceived feelings towards each other for a long time. Well, it’s hard to stay without smiling at each other anyway with the vibrancy of colours that characterise this festival, making one’s heart thrive in happiness.