Stunning photos of Navratri celebrations from across India
Panchali Dey, TIMESOFINDIA.COM, TRAVEL TRENDS, INDIA Created : Sep 26, 2022, 11:30 IST
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Stunning photos of Navratri celebrations from across India
Navratri celebrations are just about to begin, and since India is a diverse and multicultural country, the festival is celebrated in different ways. In short, different states have their own share of rituals, traditions, rituals, and practices to worship the divine. So, to offer you a glimpse of their cultures, here we bring to you stunning photos of Navratri celebrations from across India.
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West Bengal
Also known as ‘Durga Pooja’, it’s one of the biggest festivals celebrated in the state. During this time, this destination is decked up with lights and colourful pandals, larger-than-life Durga idols, and much more. If you happen to be in West Bengal during this time, do participate in Sindoor Khela, which is an intriguing and interesting part of their puja celebrations.
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Gujarat
Devotees celebrate the Navratri festival by observing fasts and performing their famous traditional dance Garba. They conclude their worship by feeding young girls, and bidding them adieu with money or gifts.
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Mumbai
If you visit Mumbai during Navratri, you will get a glimpse into their culture and tradition. You can also participate in Garba and Dandiya ceremonies, which are also part of Navratri celebrations in Mumbai.
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Varanasi
When in Varanasi, attend Shardiya Navratri to collect experiences that you will remember for the longest time. During this time, the highlight of this place is that almost every corner of the city turns into a stage for live play performances.
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Katra, Jammu
It’s a usual thing that people undertake the yatra to the shrine of Vaishno Devi all round-the-year event, however, it’s believed that the one taken during the Navratri is the most revered and auspicious.
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Karnataka
Although celebrations are held across the state, the one held in the ancient city of Mysuru are just unparalleled. The tradition of Navratri or Nadahabba celebrations was started in the 17th century by the Vijayanagara Dynasty to mark the victory of Durga over the evil demon Mahishasura, after whom the city was originally named. Also, Mysuru Dasara is the highlight of this place.
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Himachal Pradesh
Navratri celebrations are just about to begin, and since India is a diverse and multicultural country, the festival is celebrated in different ways. In short, different states have their own share of rituals, traditions, rituals, and practices to worship the divine. So, to offer you a glimpse of their cultures, here we bring to you stunning photos of Navratri celebrations from across India.
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Tamil Nadu
Navratri celebrations are just about to begin, and since India is a diverse and multicultural country, the festival is celebrated in different ways. In short, different states have their own share of rituals, traditions, rituals, and practices to worship the divine. So, to offer you a glimpse of their cultures, here we bring to you stunning photos of Navratri celebrations from across India.
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