Christian Festivals by Lijo Baby

Christian Festivals in India - India is not only a land of varying topographical features, but also a home to people belonging to different religions and ethnicity. The Indian Constitution has defined the country as a secular nation, hence people following different religions coexist in harmony here. As every religion is associated with a number of colorful festivals, it is a treat to eye and a wonderful experience for the soul to see people celebrating festivals in myriad ways. Though Hinduism is the dominant religion, all the important festivals of the other religions are also celebrated with equal enthusiasm and lavishness. A considerable number of Indians also follow Christianity and celebrate various Christian festivals. Christmas, Easter and Good Fridayare some of the most famous festivals celebrated with pomp and gaiety. Not only the Christians, but also their friends and acquaintance from other religions soak themselves in the celebrations of the Christian festivals.

There are a number of places in India, where Christian festivChristian festivals and also give equal treatment to other auspicious days in the Christian calendar by feasting, prayers and processions. Many other states also celebrate these great occasions with immense fanfare.
als are celebrated on a grand manner. Goa, an erstwhile Portuguese colony, deserves a special mention here. Goa, the smallest Indian state, boasts the oldest and most beautiful Indian churches. These Churches celebrate the regular 

Christmas, as we all know, is a prominent Christian festival, and is celebrated with great enthusiasm across the length and breadth of the country. Easter and Good Friday are also observed with equal respect and religious touch. Schools and other educational institutions remain closed on both the festivals. Here we have provided below a list of famous Christian festivals of India.

Christian Holidays 2015
Christian Holiday Dates in 2015
March	29	Sunday	Palm Sunday
April	3	Friday	Good Friday
	5	Sunday	Easter
	12	Sunday	Easter Day
October	31	Saturday	Halloween
November	30	Monday	St Andrews Day
December	08	Tuesday	Feast of the Immaculate Conception
	25	Friday	Christmas