The generic name
for a kite in India
is Patang and in Tamil Nadu it is known as pattam. Thousands of kites are flown
every year on festivals such as Makar Sankranti. It is said that in the ancient
days, the rulers of Lucknow
were fond of kites. Know more about this traditional game here:
http://www.indianetzone.com/73/pattam.htm
