#kite festival

[rebeccathenaturalist]

Life isn't all work and moving! After running some errands, I took the afternoon off to enjoy the Washington State Kite Festival in Long Beach, WA. I dream of flying these big art kites someday (when I actually have time for another hobby!) I think the crane is my favorite from this year, but they're all just marvelous.

[haydeink]

it's Kite Festival Season

[sukebeyanki]

Luffy day

[besidethepath]

The kites have changed since the times of Charlie Brown - Plenty of Material for the Kite-Eating Tree. This weekend is Autumn Kite Festival in Travemünde on the Baltic Sea

[luzenelagujero]

𝕂𝕚𝕥𝕖 𝔽𝕖𝕤𝕥𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕝 𝟚𝟘𝟙𝟡

This series of 5 photographs born of an idea ¨Place-Territory-Landscape¨. So I found the place, ¨Parque El Lago¨ this park is near to my home. I go there frequently, and I like to see the events been in the year. In that opportunity, the Summer Kite Festival was available. I wanted to catch the moment in analog blank and white photography of the steps that people did to fly the kite.

These photographs were my first project in analogic photography in the university, so there are a treasure for me.

[credits-roll]

I loved wintertime in Kabul. I loved it for the soft pattering of snow against my window at night, for the way fresh snow crunched under my black rubber boots, for the warmth of the cast-iron stove as the wind screeched through the yards, the streets. But mostly because, as the trees froze and ice sheathed the roads, the chill between Baba and me thawed a little. And the reason for that was the kites. Baba and I lived in the same house, but in different spheres of existence. Kites were the one paper thin slice of intersection between those spheres.

The Kite Runner, Khaled Hosseini

[bikersvilla]

Soaring High - The Fascinating Kite Festival of Ahmedabad

The Kite Festival of Ahmedabad, also known as Uttarayan, is a vibrant celebration marking Makar Sankranti and the arrival of longer, sunnier days. Held annually on 14th January, the festival transforms Ahmedabad’s skies into a canvas of colorful kites, symbolizing joy, togetherness, and creativity.

The festival’s highlights include:

Patang Bazaar, a 24/7 market selling traditional and high-tech kites.

The International Kite Festival (IKF) at Sabarmati Riverfront, attracting participants from over 40 countries with unique designs like dragon-shaped kites.

Traditional delicacies such as undhiyu, chikki, and jalebi, adding flavor to the celebrations.

Visitors can enjoy kite battles, illuminated kites called tukkals, and an electrifying atmosphere that lasts all day and night.

To attend the kite festival in Ahmedabad, travelers can fly into the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, take a train to Ahmedabad Junction, or drive via the city’s extensive road network. Once in Ahmedabad, getting around is convenient with local transport options, bike rentals, and car rental services, making it easy to explore the city and the festival venues.

The Kite Festival of Gujarat is more than just a visual spectacle—it’s a cultural experience that brings people together under one sky. Whether you're a traveler, culture enthusiast, or adventure seeker, this festival promises unforgettable memories.

[reallyniceskies]

Blue sky with kites, Southsea Kite Festival, August ‘24

[timmurleyart]

Koi kites. 🐠🪁

[rey-jake-therapist]

Wherever I go, Neil Gaiman's World is never far away. Proof?

Yesterday, I went to the beach, where there was a big kite festival, with my son. There were many contestants who showed what they could do with their kites, but when the soundtrack of the first number we saw started blasting, guess what it was?

The GOOD OMENS opening song. There were two kites, sometimes teasing each other sometimes dancing together, and I'm SURE they were meant to embody Aziraphale and Crowley's 👼🏼👹 dynamic... The second music was another Good Omens song from season 1. Unfortunately I didn't get a chance to ask the kites's owners if they had called their kites Aziraphale and Crowley. I'm sure they did though 🖤

[imperfectorange]

Celebrating Makar Sankranti in India

Every year Makar Sankranti falls on the 14th or 15th of January, and there’s a good reason for that too. The term “Sankranti” refers to the movement of the Sun from one Zodiac to another, so there are a grand total of 12 Sankrantis. What makes Makar Sankranti special? During Makar Sankranti, the Sun moves from Sagittarius or Dhanu Rashi to Capricorn or Makar Rashi, in numerous ways this signifies a new beginning. The Sun which moves into the Northern Hemisphere leads to longer days and the end of the Indian Winter. It falls during the harvest season, with freshly cut crops offered to gods and subsequently eaten. The period signifies “fertility” and bursting into action after the slow and delirious winter season. It ushers in the “auspicious” part of the year which lasts until Karkata Sankranti which falls somewhere in July. It is also the only festival celebrated going by the solar calendar. The contrast between the cozy western holiday season and the vibrant onset of Hindu fertility is an abrupt transition but goes perfectly with the hopeful nature of the new year. 

All over India, Makar Sankranti is celebrated in different ways with each one doing their own thing. 14th/15th January signifies not one or two but many festivals.

In Tamil Nadu, the festival is known as Pongal, which translates to “to boil, overflow” and freshly cut rice is cooked with milk and jaggery. The Tamil version can be traced back to the Chola empire, so roughly around the 9th to 13th century. Spread over three days (and a lesser-known fourth day), each day has its own significance. The first day is known as Bhogi Pongal or Indran and focuses on cleaning the house, as each member dusts and scrubs until every surface is squeaky clean. The second day is called Thai Pongal or Surya Pongal and is the most important day, the Pongal is made and first offered to the gods, then the cattle, and only after that are the family members allowed to have it. The third day is spent grooming and worshipping the cattle.

Uttayaran in Gujarat can only be defined by one word, “vibrant”. Strewn across skies are kites that made for a tapestry. There is an industry revolving around this particular time of the year, as kite sales skyrocket (pun intended) and officials from different countries come to participate in kite competitions. The reason behind flying kites is that being out in the Sun after the winter helps kill germs and be more exposed to Vitamin D. Dishes like Undhiyo that are nearing the end of their season are relished for the last time.

If we go farther North, we come across Lohri, the Punjabi variant of Makar Sankranti. The folklore attached to Lohri is of a man known as Dulla Bhat, who lived during the reign of Emperor Akbar. He used to steal from the rich and distribute it among the poor. In his honor, people sing “Sundar Mundriye” during Lohri. This story is different than the religious and godly myths surrounding the other festivals, and it’s fascinating how a festival honors a man who worked for the needy. Punjab is a largely agrarian state, so the festivities are rooted in harvesting crops. People get together around huge bonfires and eat everything from Chikki to Saro ka Saag. 

There are tons of other festivals on this day, in Assam it's called Magh Bihu with games like tekeli-bhonga (pot-breaking) and buffalo fighting taking place. In Bihar, locals have chuda-dahi (beaten rice and yogurt) and a portion of gur (jaggery), and in Bengal, it’s called Poush Sankranti and have sweets like pithe, patishapta, etc. with rice and palm jaggery.

- Priyanshu

Painting Credits: Ladies on a Terrace Kite-fighting, circa 1775.

[grey-space-computing]

Wishing you a joyous and prosperous Makar Sankranti! May this harvest festival bring happiness, warmth, and success to your life. Grey Space Computing is here to celebrate the spirit of new beginnings with you. #HappyMakarSankranti! 🌐 Website: https://greyspacecomputing.com/

[thepiratefish]

Funky Creatures

My Favorite is the purple one

[custardfist]

RANDOM FLUFF #25 🪁🕶

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[fly-360]

Why Hiring a Professional Kite Festival Organizer Matters

Kite festivals are vibrant celebrations of culture, art, and community spirit. They draw participants and spectators from all walks of life, offering an opportunity to connect, celebrate, and enjoy the beauty of kites soaring through the skies. However, orchestrating such a grand event, such as a kite flying event, is no small feat. While it might be tempting to organize a festival independently, hiring a professional kite festival event organizer can make a significant difference in the event's success. Here’s why their expertise matters. Read more: https://livearticlez.com/why-hiring-a-professional-kite-festival-organizer-matters/