By Priyanka Roshan | Nov 29, 2024
India’s flower festivals blend nature and culture, featuring vibrant tulips in the Himalayas and cherry blossoms in the Northeast. Explore stunning views and local traditions with these 8 must-visit festivals for nature enthusiasts.
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The Tulip Festival at Srinagar’s Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden, Asia’s largest, showcases over a million tulips in 62 varieties. Nestled at the Zabarwan Range foothills, it blooms in vibrant hues from late March to mid-April.
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The Rose Festival in Chandigarh, held every February at Zakir Hussain Rose Garden, features 1,600 rose varieties, cultural events, competitions, and food stalls, celebrating nature and local traditions.
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The Ooty Flower Show, held every May at the Government Botanical Gardens, features stunning floral sculptures, themed arrangements, and vibrant displays, drawing visitors from across the country.
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The International Flower Festival in Gangtok, held in May, showcases Sikkim’s rich biodiversity with orchids, rhododendrons, and gladioli, attracting tourists and botanists during the peak flowering season.
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The Lalbagh Flower Show in Bengaluru, held twice a year during Republic Day and Independence Day, features intricate floral installations themed around historical landmarks, offering a creative spectacle for visitors.
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The Kaas Plateau, known as Maharashtra’s Valley of Flowers, blooms with over 850 wildflower species during the monsoon. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it offers a surreal and colorful natural experience.
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The Dasara Flower Show in Mysuru, held at Kuppanna Park, blends tradition and nature with elaborate floral decorations and cultural exhibits, enhancing the grandeur of the annual Dasara celebrations.
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The Cherry Blossom Festival in Shillong, held in November, celebrates India’s version of Hanami with blooming pink cherry blossoms, music, art, and food stalls, creating a vibrant and festive atmosphere.
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