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Apr
Bohag Bihu is a fun festival celebrated in Assam, India, to welcome the Assamese New Year and the start of spring. It happens in April and is all about joy, dancing, and singing. People wear traditional clothes, cook special foods, and decorate their homes with beautiful flowers. It's also a time to thank the cows, which are important for farming, by washing and feeding them. Families and friends come together to eat, play games, and enjoy music. Everyone feels happy and excited during Bohag Bihu, making it a special time to enjoy with loved ones.
How to celebrate Bohag Bihu?
Celebrate Bohag Bihu with joy and enthusiasm! Start the day by wearing new clothes. Enjoy a delicious breakfast with traditional sweets and rice cakes called "pithas" made by your family. Decorate your home with colorful flowers and leaves. Dance to lively Bihu music with your friends and family. Play traditional games outside, like egg fights or koni juj. Don't forget to give a warm hug or handshake to the elders and wish them a happy Bihu. At night, enjoy a feast with your loved ones, sharing different Assamese dishes. End the day watching the stars, feeling happy and grateful!
Where Bohag Bihu is celebrated?
- - India
- - Assam
- - Northeast India
