Recreation.

Recreation.

Recreation is a must for all tired minds and bodies of humans at a regular interval.

Recreation is an activity of leisure, leisure being discretionary time. The "need to do something for recreation" is an essential element of human biology and psychology. Recreational activities are often done for enjoyment, amusement, or pleasure and are considered to be  a fun. The term implies participation to be healthy refreshing mind and body.

Virtually all regions have their distinctive places of pilgrimage, local saints and folk heroes, religious festivals, and associated fairs. There are also innumerable festivals associated with individual villages or temples or with specific castes and cults. The most popular of the religious festivals celebrated over the greater part of India are

Vasantpanchami (generally in February, the exact date determined by the Hindu lunar calendar), in honour of Sarasvati, the goddess of learning.

Holi (in February-March), a time when traditional hierarchical relationships are forgotten and celebrants play with coloured water and powder with one another.

Guru Poornima.  Honouring the Guru and Offering him riches in token of his guidance.

Janmaashtami.   Celebrating the birth events of Lord Krishna with great pomp and funfare.

Navratra and Dusserah.  Worshipping the Goddess Durga and offering Prayers.

Dussehra (in September-October), when the story of the Ramayana is re-enacted.

Diwali, in October-November, a time for lighting lamps and exchanging gifts.

The major secular holidays are:-

Independence Day (August 15).

Republic Day (January 26).

Indian sports run a wide gamut and include both traditional activities--such as kabaddi, kite flying, wrestling, polo, cricket, football, field hockey, and track-and-field events. Popular games include those developed in India, such as chess and chaupat, and many modern innovations, including bridge. Family outings to popular resorts are a common form of weekend recreation for urban dwellers.