On the eve of makar sankranti, it is tradition to fly lanterns, known as tukkals. However, These days, in the citiy areas not many people indulge in the sport anymore, due to various constraints. This time around, a couple of friends decided to try out the exciting sport. Check out the various lovely images created as the tukkal leaves trails while it dances on the winds.
Making your own “lantern kite”

Getting the kite ready...

The kite is ready

The lantern

All lit up!

Up up and away...


Check out the video to see the lantern kite in action!
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