- By Aditi Priya Singh
- Thu, 23 Jan 2025 04:20 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Top 10 Biggest Fairs In India: India is a country rich in customs and culture, and its magnificent biggest fairs are a reflection of its heritage. People from all around the nation gather at these fairs to celebrate community, art, religion and culture. Every fair offers a different experience, from the Kumbh Mela's spiritual gatherings to the vibrant Pushkar Fair and the Surajkund Mela's artistic splendour. With their folk dances, music, regional crafts, and cuisines, they highlight India's variety. These fairs are among the most well-liked occasions worldwide since they attract tourists from all over the world in addition to having cultural importance.
List Of Top 10 Biggest Famous Fairs In India
Here is the list of the top 10 biggest fairs in India that offer a glimpse of each region’s history and cultural beauty;
1. Pushkar Fair (Rajasthan)
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Pushkar Mela (Image: Freepik)
The Pushkar Fair is one of the biggest cattle and camel fairs in the world and takes place every year in Pushkar, Rajasthan. It often occurs in November, near Kartik Purnima. The fair features lively markets, folk performances and camel racing. Pilgrims also travel to the holy Pushkar Lake to take a holy dip.
2. Kumbh Mela (Multiple Locations)
The Kumbh Mela is one of the biggest religious events in the world, that rotates between Prayagraj, Haridwar, Nashik, and Ujjain. There are 4 kinds of Kumbh: Kumbh, Ardh Kumbh, Purna Kumbha And Maha Kumbh each occurs once at 3, 6, 12 and 144 years. Millions of people flock to each location to take a dip in the sacred waters, which they believe will atone for sins and lead to spiritual freedom. Mahakumbh 2025 is one of those kumbh that came after 144 years.
3. Sonpur Mela (Bihar)
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Sonepur mela (Image: Canva)
Asia's largest cattle fair, the Sonpur Mela, takes place in Bihar close to the meeting point of the Ganges and Gandak rivers. It attracts tourists from all around the nation and is held in November and offers a range of livestock, cultural events, and traditional shopping possibilities.
4. Surajkund Mela (Haryana)
Held yearly in Faridabad, Haryana, the Surajkund Mela is an international artisans fair that features Indian and international handicrafts, fabrics and cuisines. It honours diverse cultural and creative traditions and takes place in February.
5. Hemis Gompa Fair (Ladakh)
Hemis Gompa fair which is held in the Hemis Monastery of Ladakh, honours Guru Padmasambhava. It is organised in June or July and includes masked dances, traditional music and colourful costumes that highlight Ladakh's rich Buddhist heritage.
6. Gangasagar Mela (West Bengal)
Every year, this religious Gangasagar mela takes place on Sagar Island, which is where the Bay of Bengal and the Ganges meet. To obtain spiritual blessings, pilgrims take a holy plunge on Makar Sankranti in January.
7. Goa Carnival (Goa)
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Goa Carnival (Image: Freepik)
Held in February or March, the Goa Carnival is a colourful celebration that includes parades, dancing, music and food. With roots in Portuguese customs, it is a vibrant celebration of Goa's cultural legacy.
8. Kolayat Fair (Rajasthan)
Every year, the town of Kolayat in the Bikaner district of Rajasthan hosts the Kolayat Fair, also called the Kapil Muni Fair. The fair, which is held around the holy Kolayat Lake on Kartik Purnima (typically in November), is held in honour of the sage Kapil Muni.
9. Ambubachi Mela (Assam)
Celebrated in the Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati, Assam, Ambubachi Mela honours the yearly menstrual cycle of the goddess Kamakhya. It takes place in June, and devotees, tantriks and spiritual seekers come.
10. Dussehra Mela (Multiple Locations)
Held all around India, each year the Dussehra Mela celebrates Lord Rama's triumph over Ravana. New Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, and Chhattisgarh are some most well-known places. At these fairs, Ravana effigies are burned, and there are elaborate processions and performances.
