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Upcoming Events & Festivals in Kundapur

Upcoming Events & Festivals in Kundapur 

Kundapur is a city in the state of Karnataka, India. It is located on the banks of River Cauvery and has an average elevation of 745 meters (2254 feet). 

Kundapur and its cultural significance 

Kundapur is a city in the Indian state of Karnataka. It is the administrative headquarters of Kundapura Taluk and Kundapura District. It is also the largest taluk in the district, which was formed from parts of Gadag and Bijapur districts on March 1, 2016. The town has been chosen as one of India’s most beautiful cities by CNN-News18 readers. 

Kundapur has been famous for its stone-carving skills since ancient times and many artisans have produced beautiful works using various types of stones including quartzite, granite etc., which are used in construction projects around this area including temples and houses (see photo gallery below). 

Top upcoming festivals in Kundapur for the year 

The Kundapur Festival is the most popular festival in the city. It takes place on the last day of Navaratri and celebrates the goddess Saraswathi. This festival lasts for 10 days, starting with Dussera and ending with Dhanteras. 

The other important festivals are: 

Holi (March) - People celebrate this day by bursting colored water balloons all over each other's faces or spraying colored powder on each other's clothes (or even faces). 

Eid ul-Fitr (Aug/Sep) - This marks the end of Ramadan and it is one of the most joyful celebrations in India. On this day, Muslims celebrate their new year together with their family members by breaking fast together with them after breaking fast at nightfall; they also exchange gifts during this time period too! 

Sri Brahmalingeshwara Fair 

The fair is held in the month of January, February and March. It is a celebration for Lord Shiva and has many rituals to perform during this period. 

The fair begins with an offering to Lord Brahma, followed by prayers for peace and prosperity throughout India. Then there will be offerings made to other deities like Vishnu, Ganesh and Murugan before proceeding inside where you can see sculptures depicting scenes from mythology or legends related to these gods' lives on display around you as well as paintings that depict various episodes from those stories too! 

Karavali Utsav 

The Karavali Utsav is a significant festival in Kundapur. This festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm and devotion by people from all walks of life. The significance of this festival lies in its celebration of Lord Krishna's birth, marriage and death anniversary which take place on Vijaya Dashami or Krishna Janmashtami. 

The Karavali Utsav marks the beginning of spring season when it comes to Kundapur city as well as other parts within Karnataka state itself! 

Sri Varasidhi Vinayaka Vratha 

The Sri Varasidhi Vinayaka Vratha is celebrated in the month of April to mark the birth of Lord Ganesha. The festival is celebrated with various poojas, which include: 

Making a garland of leaves and flowers to decorate his idol. This can be done at home or at an auspicious place like a temple or garden. 

Offering prayers for good health and prosperity for yourself, family members and friends as well as others who may be suffering from sicknesses caused by witchcraft or evil spirits. 

Shivaratri 

Shivaratri is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Shiva. It is celebrated on the night of the full moon in the month of Margashirsha, which falls between March and April every year. The day before this festival, people start fasting until sunrise and then they worship Lord Shiva by performing pooja (worship). After that they have breakfast together with their family members. 

Shivaratri is also known as "Bhairavani" or "Vedic New Year" because it marks first day after harvest season in Northern India. This day marks an important milestone for Hindus as well as Jains who celebrate Navratri (nine nights) during these nine nights starting from Kartik Purnima till Diwali Festival which occurs at end of October/November every year 

Koti Chennayya Jatre 

The Koti Chennayya Jatre is one of the most popular festivals in Kundapur. It is celebrated every year on 26th January and lasts for five days. During this time, people visit their local temple or church and offer prayers to gods and goddesses. The celebrations begin with a colourful procession that brings out elephants, horses and other animals onto the streets to entertain spectators with music and dance performances. 

Navaratri 

Navaratri is a nine-day festival celebrated in Kundapur every year. It falls on the ninth day of the month of October, which makes it a convenient time for celebrations. The significance of this event was first mentioned in the Puranas (an ancient Indian text) and later incorporated into the Hindu calendar by Kalidasa in his epic poem Meghdoot. 

The name “Navratri” comes from Sanskrit words meaning “nine nights” or “nine words” referring to Surya's chariot being pulled through space by eight horses every night during that period every year - hence why we celebrate these nine days! 

Ganesha Chaturthi 

Ganesha Chaturthi is a Hindu festival celebrated in the state of Karnataka. The festival is celebrated in the month of April or May and lasts for ten days. The celebration starts with a worship ceremony on April 13, where people offer prayers to their favorite deity Ganesha. 

The next day is called Ganeshotsav, which means “the lord of hosts” in Sanskrit. This day marks the beginning of festivities as people celebrate by decorating their homes with pandals (temporary structures) made out of bamboo or wood and flowers. On this occasion one can see people wearing new clothes as well as carrying out various rituals such as dancing around an idol of Lord Ganesha or having fun by eating sweets made with milk powder and sugar syrup together with fruits like mangoes or bananas dipped in cardamom powder before they eat them! 

Kambala 

Kambala is a traditional bull-taming sport in India. It is popular in the Indian state of Karnataka, especially in Kundapur and Udupi district. It is also practiced by people from other states as well, including Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu. 

Krishna Janmashtami 

Krishna Janmashtami is a religious festival celebrated in the Indian state of Karnataka on the birthday of Lord Krishna. It is celebrated in the month of August or September. 

Bramhotsava festival 

Bramhotsava' is a festival of Lord Ganesha, which is celebrated on the eleventh day of the waxing moon in the month of Kartik, which is usually in October or November. In this festival people celebrate and worship their deities by decorating them with flowers, coconuts and other offerings. 

Holi festival 

Holi is one of the most important festivals in India. It is celebrated on the full moon day (apart from March and April) of the Indian calendar month of Phalgun and marks the beginning of spring. The festival celebrates the triumph over evil and illumination through playfulness. It is also called “Festival of Colors” because it involves painting people with colored powder or water to celebrate love, joy and happiness. 

The festival has its origins in ancient India when Lord Krishna with his friends used to playfully throw colors at each other during their celebration called Dwandwa Prabhu Holi Festival - meaning Lord Krishna's birthday celebration which was held on Janmashtami day itself without any prior preparation or rituals associated with this day like puja etc., but just fun time spent together eating sweets etc.. 

Deepavali 

Deepavali is the Hindu festival of lights, which marks the victory of good over evil and marks the triumph of good over darkness. It's celebrated in Kundapur, India and across many other parts of India as well as around the world. 

It's also celebrated by many people outside of India who have adopted this festival from their native lands. In fact, it has become such a popular holiday that there are even cities that celebrate Deepavali only once every year! 

The various local fairs and events held in Kundapur 

Kundapur is a town with a rich history. It was founded by the British East India Company in the year 1760, after they had been defeated by Tipu Sultan at the Battle of Seringapatam. The village was named after Prince William Henry Lawrence who had died during his campaign against Tipu Sultan. 

The people of Kundapur have a rich cultural heritage and celebrate many festivals every year. These festivals include: 

The events and festivals in Kundapur have been a part of the community's culture for centuries. The Kundapur region is rich in history, and has been ruled by many dynasties including the Cholas, Vijayanagar Empire, Marathas, Mysore Wodeyars and more recently by the British. The recent addition of the Venkatappa Art Gallery adds another dimension to this historical city's artistic heritage that will help preserve its rich cultural traditions alive through modern art forms such as photography.