Festivals of Telangana
In Telangana, one can clearly witness the composite, pluralistic and inclusive culture and traditions. Be it Bathukamma, Sankranthi, Ramzan, Moharram, or Christmas, the region is a beacon of secular traditions and festive glory. Bathukamma is a colourful and vibrant floral festival of Telangana, celebrated by women, with flowers that grow exclusively in each region. The festival is the pride of Telangana’s cultural identity. Batukamma celebrates the inherent relationship between earth, water and man.
Vijayadashami, also known as Dussehra or Navaratri is an important Hindu festival celebrated in Telangana. The festival which symbolizes the victory of good over evil, is celebrated with traditional fervor, devotion and gaiety across Telangana. Bonalu is a Hindu Festival where Goddess Mahakali is worshiped. It is an annual festival celebrated in Telangana state, especially in the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad. The festival falls during Ashada Masam in July/August.
The Islamic holy month of Ramadan is observed with fervor by Muslim brethren in Hyderabad and other parts of Telangana. The biggest congregation is witnessed at the historic Mecca Masjid near Charminar. Sammakka Saralamma Jatara or Medaram Jatara is a world renowned tribal festival. The Jatara is celebrated annually at Medaram in Jayashankar Bhupalpally district.

Bathukamma
Bathukamma is a colourful and vibrant festival of Telangana and celebrated by women...

Dussehra
Vijayadashami also known as Dussehra or Navaratri is an important Hindu...

Bonalu
Bonalu is a Hindu Festival where Goddess Mahakali is worshiped.It is an...

Sammakka Saarakka Jaathara
The Sammakka Saralamma shrine area in Warangal is reported to have...

Peerla Panduga
Muharram, also called Peerla Panduga is an important festival in the...

Ramzan
Ramzan is the ninth month as per the Islamic Lunar calendar...

Sri Kurumurthy Swamy Jaathara
This 630 years old temple built in 1350 AD is located on Kurupathi Hills in Ammapur village, Mahbubnagar.

Nagoba Jaatara
It is the second biggest tribal carnival and celebrated by Mesaram clan of Gond tribes for 10 days.

Komuravelli Mallanna Jaathara
Komuravelli Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple popularly known as Komuravelli...

Inavolu (Iloni) Mallanna Jaatara
The temple was built by Kakatiya rulers and dates back to 11th century.

Prataparudra Singaraaya Jaatara
The Singaraaya Jaatara is celebrated at the Lakshminarasimha...

Chittaramma Jathara
The Gramadevata of Gajularamaram village in Hyderabad.

Buddha Jayanti
The goddess of the poor and downtrodden, Chittaaramma Devi temple is located in Gajula Ramaaram...

Christmas
Christmas celebrations in Telangana, like in many other parts of India, are marked by a festive...