Fancy the Festival of Fasting, Feasting & Fireworks
While the essence remains the same across - triumph of good over evil.
Hopped on our father's shoulders to see the mini world of extremely tempting jalebi stalls, fun games, giant wheel spinning high in the skyline and horses of merry-go- round with widely opened curious eyes, we millennials always experience a deep sense of nostalgia during Dussehra celebration in India.
The answer to this question that why is Dussehra celebrated has a simple answer, when lord Rama, an avatar of Vishnu, defeated the demon king Ravana, who abducted goddess Sita who is lord Rama's wife. This victory is celebrated as triumph of good over evil.
Indian who celebrate life like no other, celebrate this festival with loads of fun and excitement. So, if you also want to be a part of most unique Dussehra celebrations in India, just scroll down to know about the places that celebrate the festivity exceptionally better than the rest!
Ram Lila Varanasi
Banaras or now called as Varanasi, is as old as time! One of the most authentic place to feel and absorb the popular vibe - "old world charm". So is the attraction for its Ram Lila celebration since the
early 1800s! It was commenced by his highness Udit
Narayan Singh, the then Maharaja of Benaras.
Ashok vatika, where Ravana kept goddess Sita as hostage, comes alive. The artistic design of Ayodhya will transport you to the 7th century BCE! Get awestruck to see golden city Lanka and its demon king Ravana.
While performing the epic saga, performers showcase their acting prowess with huge paper-mache figures, head gears and music. Without using mic or loudspeakers, the artists perform for thousands spectators!
As the actors (aided by music, masks and huge papier-mache figures) move from location to location while performing the epic saga, the audience moves along with them. Incredibly, the performance hardly uses mikes and loudspeakers, even when viewers number in the thousands!
Durga Pujo Kolkata
The extravaganza of Durga Pujo or Puja accentuates the level of fun of this city of joy, Kolkata. Elaborate pandals with enormous statue of goddess Durga is decorated. Pandal decked up on a interestingly unique theme attracts loads of devotees and visitors in the evenings.
The fervent beats of the dhaak will stimulate your dancing desire. Delectable bhogs are blend of love, taste and energy when you are hopping between the pandals with your tribe. How can you afford to miss such a life time experience!
Navratri Mahotsav Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad (or Amdavad) celebrates its most awaited fun fiesta of nine nights popularly called as Navratra with with dazzling gaiety and fervour. Dolled up in vibrantly coloured chaniya cholis with mirror work and traditional jewellery, girls twirl in energetic Garba dance on the beat of the dhol in circular groups.
Thousands of people playing Dandiya in huge circles that are intricatly beautified with the arrangements of diyas is a stunning sight to behold.
Mysore Dasara
When in Karnataka, do witness the majestic Jumbo Savari, Dasara procession unfailingly. The unique Durbar at the spectacularly lit Mysuru palace will leave you spellbound. Other events like military parades, athletic competitions and cultural performances will make your have an evening to remember.
Kullu Dussehra
Harmonious blend of ancient beliefs and spiritual fervour in the Himalayan ambience is a unique experience of dessehra celebration in the country with a palanquin-chariot procession called as Raghunath’s rath yatra where a large number of deities are assembled at one place. Feel the energy by joining in the sonorous calls of Narsingha trumpets.
Unlike across India, you will witness Lankadahan ceremony or the burning of the Lanka. This is done with dry leaves, grass and twigs on on the banks of river Beas.
Bastar Dussehra
This 75-day celebration in the tribal heartland of Chhattisgarh is about the presiding deity of Bastar, Devi Danteshwari with loads of nature.They worship wood, install urn, post pillars and install throne for Devi Kachan.
Happy Dussehra !!
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