Arbaeen
A Shia Muslim observance marking the 40th day after the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, grandson of Prophet Muhammad, at the Battle of Karbala.
Pilgrimage
Kartik Purnima
A holy day celebrated on the full moon day of the Kartik month, associated with various legends including the Samudra Manthan.
Kumbh Mela
The world's largest religious gathering, held every 12 years at four sacred river locations. Involves ritual bathing to cleanse sins.
Mahamastakabhisheka
The head anointing ceremony of the Jain statue of Lord Gommateshwara at Shravanabelagola, performed once every 12 years.
Puri Rath Yatra
The famous chariot festival of Lord Jagannath held at Puri, Odisha, where deities are placed on huge chariots and pulled through the streets.
Ratha Yatra
Also known as the Chariot Festival, particularly famous at Puri, where deities are placed on elaborately decorated chariots and pulled through the streets.