This book does not merely list and elaborate upon the fairs and fests of India, but also place them within their socio-historic context in the fabric of Indian life. Be it the famous Kumbh-mela held in Allahabad on the celebrations of Diwali, a conscientious effort has been made to enlist define and provide compendious information on all the firs and festivals from every region of the country. Apart from information on the way fairs are held and festivals ...
