Christmas in India is celebrated with tremendous zeal and enthusiasm. While the spirit of Christmas is same all across the globe, the festival has quite a unique flavour in India. Each region of the country has their unique way of soaking in the Yuletide spirit. If you are planning to visit India during Christmas, visit these places:
1. Darjeeling
This idyllic hilly terrain comes alive during Christmas festivities. The aroma of freshly baked cakes, streets covered in dazzling decorations and the distant sound of carols filling the air. Christmas in Darjeeling is truly magical. If you are visiting Darjeeling during Christmas do not forget to experience the Christmas celebrations at the Windamere Hotel. It will remind you of the Christmas celebrations during the Colonial era. Every year, famous entertainers from all over the world and many from the West End Stage District of London, come here to entertain the audience with their performances. If you want to experience the rich Colonial feel of Christmas celebrations in India, then book your stay at The Windamere, the only authentic Colonial hotel in Darjeeling.
2. Kerala
Kerala is home to several famous churches such as Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, St. Thomas Church, and the St. Francis CSI Church and is also home to a strong Christian population. This makes it an ideal choice for experiencing the Christmas festivities. Every year during Christmas, the churches in Kerala are decorated with bright lights and Nativity scenes. The churches remain open all night long during this time. With the charming backwaters and idyllic beaches, Kerala is simply irresistible during Christmas.
3. Manali
December is the time when the landscape of Manali turns completely white with snow. And this makes it an ideal place for a fairytale-style Christmas celebrations. Houses, churches, and pine trees adorned with bright lights and decorative pieces, Manali is the best place to experience the magical flavour of Christmas.
4. Bangalore
This city is dotted with many French and British-style churches built by Europeans. The shops and malls are all decked up during Christmas while restaurants offer special Christmas menu. The nights during the Christmas week in Bangalore comes alive with celebration and festivities. If you want to soak into the Christmas spirit while enjoying an extravagant night life, Bangalore is an ideal place.
5. Daman and Diu
This coastal Union Territory located in Gujarat was once a Portuguese Colony. The place still retains its Colonial influence. And that’s why Christmas celebrations in Daman and Diu is an interesting potpourri of Portuguese and Indian styles. Famous for its serene and calm atmosphere, Daman and Diu thrives with life during Christmas. The night sky lit up with bright lamps and the houses and streets glow with colourful decoration. You may also witness cultural performances that include Portuguese Corrindinho dance performances and Church services that will make your Christmas holiday memorable.
Hotels in Darjeeling near Mall
If you are looking for hotel bookings in Darjeeling, stay at the Windamere Hotel for a unique experience.
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