Deccan Festival , India

Deccan Festival is perhaps the most happening and perhaps one of the most sought-after events in the South Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. During this festival the gracious city of Hyderabad comes alive with beats and groove.

This five-day long festival reflects the culture of the Deccan and the spot light is on the arts, crafts, culture and the popular Nawabi cuisine of Hyderabad. Organized by the Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation, Deccan Festival invites various popular singers and dancers to showcase their talent and art.

Cultural programmes comprising of ghazals, qawalis, mushairas (poetry session) makes an atmosphere that gives numerous reasons to the people across India to attend this festival. The reason is further reaffirmed by the presence of legendary artists come from all parts who flock to Hyderabad to be a part of the proceedings.

The fair of pearls and bangles is another attraction of the collective schedule of Deccan Festival. This is the place where you can get to see a rich collection of lustrous pearls, jewelry, accessories and multicolored bangles. Hit the food fair to relish the delicious Hyderabadi cuisines and return a contented person.