This article is exclusive for Indians and specially those who are living abroad but are still adhered with the Indian culture and traditions and live them at their best, no matter if remotely. Raksha Bandhan is one of the most famous and important festival in India which is celebrated by almost all religions, regions and races of people in India. The tradition has very strong social values that provide protection and support to sisters by their brothers. Sisters tie a Rakhi (sacred, decorated thread) on their brothers’ wrist and brothers takes oath to protector from all worldly ills and evils at their best possible capacity. The festival now has turned into a yearly event of togetherness, enjoyment and blissful opportunity not only for brothers and sisters but for entire family, hence is more a family gathering now-a-days. However, the rituals are performed in the same manner as they were hundreds of years ago.

With the growing commercialization, life has become sophisticated and people have found ways to get everything ready-made these days. So is true for Raksha Bandhan, too. Now sisters can buy attractive Rakhis from the market. There are special Rakhis available for all ages of people such as Zardoshi Rakhis, Silver Rakhis, Golden Rakhis, etc. For kids there are Toys Rakhis, Cartoon Rakhis and there are some auspicious Rakhis such as sandalwood Rakhis, Rudraksha Rakhis, Mouli Rakhi etc. for those who prefer a spiritual touch in their living.

Earlier sisters had to prepare a Rakhi Thali (decorated tray or plate) with all essential elements for Rakhi Pooja (ritual) which included Kumkum, Chawal, Roli, Tikka, Coconut, Mouli, Rakhi etc. But today they can buy a complete Rakhi Thali from the market. Sisters who lived abroad and could not personally visit their brothers on this festival would envy of the luck of those living in India, because they could get everything easily here which is required to celebrate Raksha Bandhan.  But it is not so now, because the same collection of Rakhis and Rakhi Thalis is available online, too. Yes! You can send Rakhi Thali on Raksha Bandhan to India online, now.

Sister tying a Rakhi on her brother’s wrist or sending online Rakhi Gifts, always strengthens affection for her brother. The same way when a brother personally gives or send online return gifts to his sister, his unuttered vow to protect her is revealed. So Rakhi is the confluence of true and perfect feelings of siblings.

Raksha Bandhan falling on the full moon day, in August, one of the major month of festivals. Rakhi is a traditional Indian festival celebrating the bond of love between brothers and sisters. The society and traditions allied with this festival are exclusive and very special in themselves. Every part of India celebrates Rakhi in its own way along with its rich culture, tradition and pooja. Rakhi festival is very important and can be seen in almost all houses. Colorful Rakhis in amiably decorated Thalis greet brothers as the daylight of Rakhi Festival. From the eve of Rakhi only sisters line up for attractive Mehandi designs. With the very morning of Rakhi, both brothers and sisters dress up in colorful new clothes and the sisters fast till the customs of Rakhi are complete. There are edible delights of return gifts for sisters such as sweets, dry fruits and nuts to make the celebration memorable. The whole family joins and enjoys the customs together.

A wide variety of Rakhis, Rakhi Gifts and Rakhi Return Gifts flooding the market with latest designs & styles. Raksha bandhan is a one day festival, but the rakhi thread is symbolic of all the love and care cultivated between brother and sister…..so we encourage you to choose your Rakhi with love and make your Raksha Bandhan memorable life-long with your brother and sister.

Festive Xpressions provides online shopping convenience for non-resident Indians (NRI’s) for all their Raksha bandhan needs. So, send the quality Rakhi Gifts, Gift hampers, Sweets, Greeting Cards, Flowers and Return Gifts for sister for this special Rakhi occasion because we believe that distance should not hinder expression.

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