The Indian calendar is one long procession of festivals. These are as varied in origin as they are large in number. There are innumerable national, regional, local, religious, seasonal and social festivities. This is not surprising considering the fact that India is the land of gods, goddesses, saints, gurus and prophets. Festivals here are characterised by colour, gaiety, enthusiasm, feasts and a variety of prayers and rituals. Travellers are struck by the scale and multiplicity of the festivities that populate the cultural scene of this land.

Summary of Significant Hindu Dates.

Date	Festival
October 6	Sarvapitri Amavasya
October 13	Shree Durgasthami
October 14	Shastra Pujan
October	Navaratri Begins
October	Navaratri Ends
October 15	Vijaya Dashami
October 21	Kojagiri Purnima
October 24	Karvachoutha
November 2	Dhan Treyodashi (Dhan Teras)
November 3	Kali Chaudas
November 4	Diwali
November 5	New Year
November 6	Bhai Duj
November 19	Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti
December 15	Shree Gita Jayanti