Introduce your little ones to the countries you are holidaying in by hitting these super-cool festivals.
HOLI, HAMPI
Head to this historic South Indian city to celebrate the festival of colours differently. Expect a two-day celebration with music, people dancing in the streets, lots of food, coloured powder and roaring bonfires. When: March
BLOSSOM FESTIVAL AT UENO PARK, JAPAN
Arrive an hour or two before sunset to best enjoy this spring spectacle in Tokyo. Kids can explore the gardens under the canopies of cherry blossom of the over 800 trees here. They’ll enjoy the sparkle of 1,000 lanterns lighting up at sunset, the open-air musical events and local food. Take a ride on a Swan-shaped boat around Shinobazu Pond. When: Late March—early April
AL DHAFRA FESTIVAL, UAE
This unique experience, a couple of hours’ drive from Dubai, displays Emirati Bedouin culture with great pomp. Saluki (dog) and camel racing, classic car displays, date packing at a traditional souk, a camel beauty contest, art and dance workshops are all part of the lineup. When: December
DÍA DE MUERTOS, MEXICO
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Denne historien er fra December - January 2019-utgaven av Condé Nast Traveller India.
Start din 7-dagers gratis prøveperiode på Magzter GOLD for å få tilgang til tusenvis av utvalgte premiumhistorier og 9000+ magasiner og aviser.
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