Why is Uttarayan marked by flying kites?

There is a very interesting reason behind the kite-flying. Kite-flying in olden days was generally done in the early hours of the morning, when the sun's rays were bright but not too harsh. read more

The custom of flying kites is associated with Makar Sankranit. People celebrate the occasion by flying kites, from their rooftops. Kite flying competitions are also organized on this festival. People fly kites on this day because by doing it unknowingly they receive the benefits of sun exposure. read more

Uttarayan, the six-month period between Makar Sankranti and Karka Sankranti (the day when marks the southern movement of the sun) marks the northward movement of the earth in the celestial sphere. People mark the celebrations by flying kites, so much so that an International Kite Flying festival is organised each year in Gujarat. read more