The sky is filled with dazzling colorful kites which came from all around the globe. The International Kite Festival is celebrated along the same day when Makar Sakranti or Uttarayan is celebrated i.e. on 14th January. Tourism Corporation of Gujarat Limited sponsors the festival.
The festival is held either at Sardar Patel Stadium or the Police Stadium.People eagerly wait for the International kite festival, and special excitement is seen in youngsters. International Kite Festival attracts kite enthusiasts from all over the world to gather here on the day to enjoy and test their kite flying skills.
The festival symbolizes the onset of autumn. People irrespective of caste, creed, sex, region, or religion participate in the IKF.
Thus it inculcates the spirit of brotherhood and togetherness among the common men as well as they get the opportunity to meet foreigners.
The Patang Bazaar is the hot spot of the youth during this festival. The sky looks absolutely gorgeous with kites in innumerable tones, designs and shapes of the kites being flown in the air.
During this festive occasion, the markets provide you with distinctive varieties of kites, differing in color, design and style. Thus, there is a multitude of options available for you to choose from.