The vibrant festive landscape of Kolkata makes it a point to celebrate each and every festival with equal fervor. The various festivals in Kolkata serve as meeting ground of cultures where you can easily be a part of the great cosmopolitan culture of Kolkata. Full of life and vigor the festivals of Calcutta give you a unique opportunity to know the different Bengali cultural traditions that form an integral part of Bengali existence. Nabo barsho (Poila baishakh),Kolkata is only one such festival.

Overview of the Nabo barsho, Kolkata- Nabo barsho(Poila baishakh), in Kolkata mark the beginning of Bengali New Year and also at the same time marks the beginning of summer time.

Nabo barsho(Poila baishakh),in Kolkata hold a lot of significance for the Bengalis. The business men open new account books called Halkhata on this very day. They also visit the temples to seek the divine blessings of God. The markets are beautifully adorned with garlands mango leaves, sola ornaments to celebrate the occasion of Nabo barsho, (Poila baishakh), Kolkata.

Nabo barsho (Poila baishakh), in Kolkata typically starts with exchange of greetings amongst the near and dear ones. In accordance with traditional Bengali custom, houses are cleaned and adorned beautifully with rangolis .In fact; it has now become a custom, to greet everyone with traditional Bengali sweets. Bengalis generally wear new clothes on this occasion of Nabo barsho (Poila baishakh), in Kolkata. The festival of Nabo barsho (Poila baishakh), Kolkata is observed with songs, dances, regional games, kite-flying, ox fighting or reciting of poems. It heralds the beginning of a new year full of joy, well-being and prosperity.. A festive mood prevails throughout the day and people generally are in a laid back mood. Even cultural functions are held in different parts of Kolkata to celebrate the day.

So when on a trip to Kolkata make it a point to be a part of the Nabo barsho(Poila baishakh), festivities and have loads of fun.