The Joys of June

byStaff Reporter

In June, the physical world around us changes. The monsoon sets in in South Asia, bringing with it greenery and an explosion of life. In other parts of the world, June 21–the solstice or longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere–is celebrated with festivals, food, music and dance. Let’s take a look at some festivals celebrated in the month of June.

Bali Arts Festival, Indonesia PURI RATH YATRA, INDIA In this exuberant 12-day celebration, the idols of Lord Jagannath (a form of Lord Vishnu and Lord Krishna), his elder brother Balabhadra and sister Subhadra travel on three special chariots from their residence at the Jagannath Temple