Mahavir Jayanti - commemorates the birth anniversary of Mahavira, the founder of Jainism. Baisakhi - all over the north the solar New Year's day is observed. Ram Navami - Rama's birthday. Id - marks the end of of the month of Ramzan and is a day of fasting by muslims. A coat is required for Delhi in Dec-Jan.
Warm clothing is needed for higher altitudes at night.
Driving is on the left. Self-drive cars are not available for hire in India. Entertainment Indian classical dance, music recitals and drama are offered by amateur groups throughout the country from Dec-Mar. In Dec and early Jan most of India's top artists take part in weekend music festivals. Many major hotels offer shorter classical and folk programs.