India is a land of extraordinary contrasts, where ancient traditions meet modern innovation, and natural wonders coexist with vibrant cities.
Tribal festivals reflect a close bond with nature, spirits, animals, and ancestors.
Festival |
Tribe |
Highlights |
Modhweth |
Toda |
Sacred buffalo milk rituals |
Kotagiri Temple Festival |
Kota |
Drumming, dance, ancestral worship |
Mariamman Worship |
Malayalis |
Fire-walking and folk performances |
Honey Festival |
Kurumbas |
Celebration of honey collection season |
These festivals often feature traditional tribal dances, native instruments like drums and flutes, and animal worship rituals.