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SATURDAY, JANUARY 7, 196] atop in the howdah, ablaze with diamonds, rubles, emeralds, pearl, every conceivable jewel. No wonder the Dusserah Festival brings travellers from all over the world to Indie and Mysore. most lighthearted of all the celebra- tions is the Hindu festival of Holi It marks the victory of the good prince Prahlad, over his evil father Hiranya- kasipu and his demon sunt Holika, The ordeal was by fire and Prahlad emerged victorious. Holika, supposedly immune to fire, was consumed, : This spring festival 1s to the children of India, what Hellowe'en is to Canadian children, an opportunity for practical jokes, Firewalking festivals are common in many villages. The time is set by the local soothsayer, so as to be certain of & good harvest. Twelve *hero-youths" and the chief priest, perform the firewalking ceremony, After ritual preparation, the youths, smeared from head to foot with tumeric powder, walk a 30-foot trench of live coals and emerge unscathed, The festivities earry on until daybreak and a prosperous harvest is assured, Every month of every year, there are festivals in India, from the gorgeous pro- cessions of temple idols, the heartfelt celebration of Republic Day, to the seasonal remembrance of ancient gods, demi-gods and warriors, OURISTS visiting India can enjoy the unique privilege of their own private railway cars, a travel luxury once avail able only to royalty, Costs are moderate, The private coaches usually offer three bedrooms, bathroom, living and dining room, kitchen and servants' quarters, plus such amenities as hot and cold water, /shower, refrigerator, fine china, silver tableware and rich linens, The cars may be attached to mail and express trains almost anywhere -- with virtually un- limited stop-over privileges, This mode of travel eliminates the need for hotel accommedation and fre- , quent packing and unpacking of luggage-- provides a luxurious home-on-wheels for the tourist's entire stay in India, HE dance in India can be classified into three groups, the Tribal, the Folk and the Classical, The tribal dance is the ONTARIO TODAY visible rhythmic formulation or expression of the joys and beliefs of a people once referred to as 'aborigines', but now looked upon ee Adivasis or 'original inhabitents', For these simple unsophisticated people, living mdutly in scaitered forest areas, life continues to be something of a ritual and dance an integral part of it. Almost akin to these dances but less ritualistic in con- tent are folk dances, which are as vigied and as reflective of the day-to-day activi- ties or the mass of the people as their primitive precedents, Evolved from these humble sources, but crystallized and transmuted into stylized interpretations of divine activities are the classical dance-forms which are practised exclusively by the votary. This kaleidoscope of dances represents a fascinating facet of the culture that had once contributed to the 'glory that was Ind', In Africa, it is said, the tribes and their beliefs are recognized through the beat of the drum and the rhythm of the dance, Extravagant pageantry at India's festivals, The breath-taking Taj Mahal at Agra, PAGE EVENT IEW Relax...on the "World's Most Famous Beach" FLORIDA'S DAYTONA BEACH RESORT AREA This is a quiet, easy way of life , . , where it's grand just doing nothing, Or be as active as you wish. Here you can sample all of Florida's wonder- ful wares, Fishing, golf, boating . . . historical ruins, sightseeing attractions, cultural activities . . , plus the "world's most famous beach," 23 miles of the most magnificent beach you've ever seen, Excellent restaurants , , , splendid accommo- dations , , , colorful resort shops. You'll never meet friendlier people--you'll never have such a delightful vacation--and it's not expensive. NASCAR SPEED WEEKS « FEB, 12 - FEB, 26 PAYTONA INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY --iwerla's Mest Famous Beach' % ORMOND BEACH HOLLY HILL » PORT ORANGE « 5, DAYTONA » DAYTONA BEACH SHORES Information Bureau Daytona Beach Resort Areo P.O. Box 169, Room 12DA Daytona Beach, Florida Please send illustrated brochures Name Address ACCOMMODATION SUPREME IN Toronto Television FROM Free Overnight Parking $7.00 Air Conditioning I PRINCE GEORGE HOTEL KING & YORK STS, FOR RESERVATIONS PHONE EM 3.4351 Why do you buy Brand Names? Because you trust them, You know that they are consistently good, that:they always meet the high standardsof quality you've wet for yourself and your family. You'll find Brand Naive prods ucts wherever you go. No guess work shopping. Like good friends, they're always there, Prand Names Foundation, Ine. i CONFIDENCE | BRAND SATISFACTION