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Hyderabad gears up for 7th International Kite Festival & Sankranti celebrations
Hyderabad is gearing up for the 7th International Kite Festival, a three-day event (January 13-15) coinciding with the Sankranti festival. The festival will showcase over 100 skilled kite flyers from 17 countries and various Indian states, offering spectacular kite shows throughout the day. Visitors can enjoy a comfortable experience with amenities like tents, water stations, and children's activities. Beyond the kite festival, Hyderabad will also host various Sankranti celebrations, including events at People’s Plaza, Nagaratnam Naidu Farm, Flipside Adventure Park, AMR Mall, and DSL Virtue Mall. Sankranti, a significant harvest festival celebrated across India, marks the transition of the sun into Capricorn and is observed with traditions like kite flying, bonfires, feasts, and prayers to the Sun god. In Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, it is celebrated over four days with unique customs and rituals.11:22 AM Jan 11, 2025 IST