Karnataka festivals in April.

2 festivals this month — dates, locations, and travel tips.

Karaga Festival

Bengaluru

Ancient Dravidian festival where a priest carries a flower-decked pot on his head through old Bangalore streets all night. Sword-bearing Vahnikula Kshatriya warriors escort. Thousands follow.

March-April (9 nights)

Vairamudi Festival

Belur

Diamond-studded crown placed on the Chennakesava idol. Grand procession through Belur town with the jeweled deity.

March-April (3 days)

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