Kite Lovers Head towards Gujarat for International Kite Festival 2018: The most exciting facts
Kite Lovers Head towards Gujarat for International Kite Festival 2018: The most exciting facts
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The  most colourful and fun festival of kites is around the corner.  During the festival the whole sky filled with many beautiful colourful kites.  And when a thousand kites fill up the clear skies of winter, it is no less than a sight to behold, though this festival celebrated in many region of India but In Gujarat you can experience it its best. The International  Kite Festival always manage to attract many travellers around the Globe.  Let me tell you that the festival takes place on the occasion of Uttarayan every year. Here are the most interesting facts about the International Kite Festival celebrations.



The International Kite Festival is celebrated on the occasion of Uttarayan, sending out a message of joy at a time when the winter season starts its transition toward the summers and farmers welcome the harvesting season.

As far as the International Kite Festival history is concerned, it is being organised in Gujarat since 1989 in the city of Ahmedabad.

Starting on January 7 and ending on January 14, the biggest International Kite Festival attractions include flying of kites made in different shapes, sizes and colours.



The International Kite Festival sees the participation of master kite flyers and kite not only from different Indian states but also from several parts of the world. There’s a also a competition for selecting the best kite.

Supported strongly by Gujarat Tourism, the main event takes place at the Sabarmati Riverfront in Ahmedabad. Followed by an opening event of cultural performances and speeches, the venue sees flying of various kites by master kite flyers from different parts and also an adjoining fair having food and local handicraft shops. 

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