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Meghalaya one of the most important states of north east India is famous for its natural beauty and serene atmosphere. Flowers are one of the most attractive gifts of nature and holds special place in the hearts of all people. The Autumn Flower show held in Meghalaya is one of its kinds in India. The variety and range of flowers found in the state of Meghalaya is the most exquisite.
The Autumn flower show is an annual event that is celebrated with great fun and frolic in the state of Meghalaya. It is organized in the months of October- November. Specifically the show is an exhibition of different varieties of decorative flowers. This show is exhibited in the All Saints Hall of Shillong which is situated in the East Khasi Hills. The exhibition is known for its rare floral collection and the range of plants that are displayed here.
Sunflowers, fire bush trees, different types of hibiscus, zinnias, crepe myrtle, lotus and other beautiful flowers are displayed in the Autumn Flower Exhibition at Meghalaya.
Localites along with nature and flower lovers from all over India come here during the months of October November to witness this grand spectacle of flora.
Although over the years many such shows are organized in different parts of the country, a number of states, yet the Autumn Flower Show of Meghalaya holds its distinction and uniqueness till date.
Meghalaya located in the North Eastern zone of India is blessed with amazing flora and fauna. It is also known to be the greenest state in North East India. The richness of flora and fauna found here is remarkable.
Does the succulent flavour of mango makes you crave for more? Can’t you get enough of mangoes, then, the Mango Festival is a must visit for you.
The Mango Festival is celebrated throughout the country with much zeal and zest. The festival is held in the month of July every year in the capital, usually at the Talkatora stadium in Delhi and is hosted by the Delhi Tourism Board in collaboration with the Delhi Government.
But this year, the 21st International Mango Festival will be held at Dilli Haat, Pitampura from 3rd – 5th July, 2009. The “King of Fruits” festival was inaugurated by Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit and the festival will be open for all from 11 a.m. till 10 p.m.
The festival is a three - day affair which attracts thousands of mango lovers to the fest like a pot of honey attracts the bees. The Mango Festival is celebrated throughout the nation without any discrimination which spreads the hardcore notion of unity in diversity because of different species available under one roof.
The festival showcases more than 400 species of the fruit from different parts of the country.
It is the most awaited festival in the capital, as the citizens get to relish the rare species of the sumptuous fruit.
The fest will showcase some exceptional varieties such as Sirki, Suwarn, Neeleshwari, Royal SP, Raddy Pasand, Himasagar, Kensington, Neelam, Banganpalli, besides popular Dushehari, Langra, Alphonso, Kesar, Papitiyo, Tommy Atkins, Sensation and Nazuk Badan. Mangoes such as Abdullah, Ramkela, Aishwarya, Bombay Green from Kaleemullah Khan’s nursery. And one of the rare species of the fruit Gula by Tariq Mustafa from Purkazi in Muzaffarnagar.
The highlights of the festival include Mango Quiz, Mango eating competition, sale of fresh mangoes and processed fruits like pickles, chutney, mango pulp, juice, jelly, aam papad, jam and aam panna.You can binge on the fruit for free, can buy a small mango tree or or can also buy wide varieties of mango in the festival.
One of the main attractions of the festival is the Mango eating competition which will be held on 4th July, 2009 for Women at 5 p.m. and for Men on 5th July, 2009 at 5 p.m.
The festival provides agro-industries and food processing industries the opportunity to display their products. The idea is to give exposure to the domestic mango industry and exporters.
The Mango Festival is also celebrated in different parts of the country during the months of June - July. Some of them are Pinjore, Chandigarh, Hyderabad, Mumbai and Pune to name a few.
There are over 1,365 species of Mangoes grown around the world and India alone cultivates over 1,000 varieties of the fruit.
For those who are calorie conscious should once forget about their calorie intake and just indulge themselves into the temptation of mouth-watering mangoes during the festival.
Happy Mango Licking!!
Does the succulent flavour of mango makes you crave for more? Can’t you get enough of mangoes, then, the Mango Festival is a must visit for you.
The Mango Festival is celebrated throughout the country with much zeal and zest. The festival is held in the month of July every year in the capital, usually at the Talkatora stadium in Delhi and is hosted by the Delhi Tourism Board in collaboration with the Delhi Government.
But this year, the 21st International Mango Festival will be held at Dilli Haat, Pitampura from 3rd – 5th July, 2009. The “King of Fruits” festival was inaugurated by Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit and the festival will be open for all from 11 a.m. till 10 p.m.
The festival is a three - day affair which attracts thousands of mango lovers to the fest like a pot of honey attracts the bees. The Mango Festival is celebrated throughout the nation without any discrimination which spreads the hardcore notion of unity in diversity because of different species available under one roof.
The festival showcases more than 400 species of the fruit from different parts of the country.
It is the most awaited festival in the capital, as the citizens get to relish the rare species of the sumptuous fruit.
The fest will showcase some exceptional varieties such as Sirki, Suwarn, Neeleshwari, Royal SP, Raddy Pasand, Himasagar, Kensington, Neelam, Banganpalli, besides popular Dushehari, Langra, Alphonso, Kesar, Papitiyo, Tommy Atkins, Sensation and Nazuk Badan. Mangoes such as Abdullah, Ramkela, Aishwarya, Bombay Green from Kaleemullah Khan’s nursery. And one of the rare species of the fruit Gula by Tariq Mustafa from Purkazi in Muzaffarnagar.
The highlights of the festival include Mango Quiz, Mango eating competition, sale of fresh mangoes and processed fruits like pickles, chutney, mango pulp, juice, jelly, aam papad, jam and aam panna.You can binge on the fruit for free, can buy a small mango tree or or can also buy wide varieties of mango in the festival.
One of the main attractions of the festival is the Mango eating competition which will be held on 4th July, 2009 for Women at 5 p.m. and for Men on 5th July, 2009 at 5 p.m.
The festival provides agro-industries and food processing industries the opportunity to display their products. The idea is to give exposure to the domestic mango industry and exporters.
The Mango Festival is also celebrated in different parts of the country during the months of June - July. Some of them are Pinjore, Chandigarh, Hyderabad, Mumbai and Pune to name a few.
There are over 1,365 species of Mangoes grown around the world and India alone cultivates over 1,000 varieties of the fruit.
For those who are calorie conscious should once forget about their calorie intake and just indulge themselves into the temptation of mouth-watering mangoes during the festival.
Happy Mango Licking!!
Varieties of Mangoes:
There are thousands of varieties of Mangoes grown all over the world.
In India, Alphonso, Benishan or Benishaan and Kesar mango varieties are considered among the best mangoes in the Southern states whereas Dussehri and Langda varieties are most popular in the Northern states.
Some of the varieties of Mangoes are listed below:
Meghalaya one of the most important states of north east India is famous for its natural beauty and serene atmosphere. Flowers are one of the most attractive gifts of nature and holds special place in the hearts of all people. The Autumn Flower show held in Meghalaya is one of its kinds in India. The variety and range of flowers found in the state of Meghalaya is the most exquisite. 
Sunflowers, fire bush trees, different types of hibiscus, zinnias, crepe myrtle, lotus and other beautiful flowers are displayed in the Autumn Flower Exhibition at Meghalaya. 
Although over the years many such shows are organized in different parts of the country, a number of states, yet the Autumn Flower Show of Meghalaya holds its distinction and uniqueness till date.
