write a letter to one of your friend who resides in california he is very much interested to know about indian festivals. write a letter to him describing the indian festivals
 

Such questions need to be attempted on your own to test your creative writing skills. However, these points might help you elaborate:
 
- Festivals mark special occasions that are celebrated by people.

- Some festivals in India are based on religious faith, others are related to specific communities, yet others mark the beginning of harvest season.

- As India is a land of diverse religions, there are many festivals that are celebrated here: Diwali, Holi, Eid, Christmas, Gurupurab, Lohri, Pongal, Bihu, etc.

- Often, myths and legends are associated with these occasions.

- Festivals signify the basic values of victory of good over evil, spreading goodwill and cheer, unity and communal harmony.

- People celebrate most festivals by praying to God, making sweets and other tasty dishes, wearing new clothes, decorating their houses and enjoying with friends and family.