Pateti: Pateti is the eve of Navroz or Parsi New Year. The word Pateti comes from the Persian word Patet, which means repentance. It is believed to be a perfect time for Parsis to retrospect and reflect on their past deeds and repent. During Pateti, Parsi homes are well decorated, aroma of incense sticks and sandalwood fill the air and lip smacking dishes including Ravo (a dish made of semolina, milk, sugar and sev) and suterfeni (vermicelli swirls) are served.

Navroze: The most celebrated festival of Parsis is Navroze or Navruz, or the Parsi New Year, which falls every year on the 17th of August. It marks the beginning of the Parsi calendar. The celebrations are at its peak in India as the country is home to one of the most significant Parsi communities. On this auspicious day, people wear their traditional dresses, visit the nearest fire temple and pay their offerings. Friends and families meet each other and exchange sweets and gifts.

Khordad Sal: Khordad sal falls typically on the 26th ... More

Pateti: Pateti is the eve of Navroz or Parsi New Year. The word Pateti comes from the Persian word Patet, which means repentance. It is believed to be a perfect time for Parsis to retrospect and reflect on their past deeds and repent. During Pateti, Parsi homes are well decorated, aroma of incense sticks and sandalwood fill the air and lip smacking dishes including Ravo (a dish made of semolina, milk, sugar and sev) and suterfeni (vermicelli swirls) are served.

Navroze: The most celebrated festival of Parsis is Navroze or Navruz, or the Parsi New Year, which falls every year on the 17th of August. It marks the beginning of the Parsi calendar. The celebrations are at its peak in India as the country is home to one of the most significant Parsi communities. On this auspicious day, people wear their traditional dresses, visit the nearest fire temple and pay their offerings. Friends and families meet each other and exchange sweets and gifts.

Khordad Sal: Khordad sal falls typically on the 26th of March every year. It marks the birthday of Zoroaster (also known as Zarathustra), the founder of Zoroastrianism.

Iranshah Udvada Utsav: The Iranshah Udvada Utsav was held for the first time in 2015. This cultural jamboree has won much adulation and was successful in promoting a sense of belonging among the Parsis. The small hamlet of Udvada has received nearly 4000 visitors during this fest and almost all hotels were overbooked.