The foremost festivals
and fairs celebrated in Assam are Bihu, Baishagu, Ali-Ai-Ligang,
Baikho, Rongker, Rajini Gabra, Harni Gabra, Bohaggiyo Bishu, Ambubachi
Mela and Jonbill Mela and so on. The simplicity of Assamese is illustrated
in their celebrations which usually takes place in a 'Namghar' or
open space. Assamese Hindus observe Durga
puja, Daul Utsava called Fakuwa, Janmashtami,
Saraswati, Lakshmi and Kali pujas. The Muslims observe Id and
Muharram. In some parts, the snake goddess
Manasa is worshipped by tribals and non-tribals alike.
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