7 of The Idyllic Cities To Celebrate Navratri This Year

October 5, 2018

Apart from the fasting and feasting, the nine-night festival of Navratri devoted to Goddess Durga and her nine avatars introduces a whole new level of celebration and togetherness. The Dandiya and Garba Nights are truly euphoric and heart-stealing.

Energetic music
Livelier presence
Sumptuous food
Multi-coloured dressing pattern
Victory celebrating songs
Morning and evening Aarti with the entire family
Mount-watering sweets
Playful act with Dandiya sticks
Meeting up old friends and in fact making new friends etc

Nine Days Of Navratri Celebrations

These nine days are the highlighting period of the year; being celebrated in the ending months of a year makes it more exciting. In a way, we feel close of the past generations and their way of celebration; following the inherited rituals makes our present more meaningful and worthy.

Navratri Celebration In Different Regions of India

Country India being the house of diversity happily lives in the abundance of traditional richness. Every zone of this country recognizes this festival with different names and celebrates it in different style;

The Northeaster and eastern state of India address it as Durga Puja [Celebrates the victory of Goddess Durga against the buffalo demon called Mahishasura]

The Western and Northern state of India address it as Rama Lila and Dussehra [celebrates the victory of Lord Rama against the demon King Ravana]

The Southern state of India; the process of celebration is quite distinct, it celebrates the victory of different Goddesses of Saraswati and Rama.

Country India is the land of festival, the land of rich bio-diversity, the land of historical monuments, the land of heritage sites, the land of pilgrimage spots, the land of museums, the land of fairs, the land of beaches, the land of stunning mountain ranges, the land of hill stations, the land of adventure, the land of art and architecture etc.

Why is Navratri Celebrated ?

The nine-night festival of Navratri is a celebration of victory. The victory of good over evil; the win of knowledge over ignorance; the triumph of light over darkness.

07 Idyllic Cities To Celebrate Navratri In India

Here are the names of 07 idyllic cities to visit in India to celebrate Navratri this year [followed by a brief description]

1. Kolkata [the city of art and literature] – Cities to Celebrate Navratri

Kolkata is culture-driven city, nicknamed as the City of Joy, also addressed as the “Cultural Capital” of India. It turns into a city organizing grand celebrations during the festive time of Durga Puja, also addressed as Durgotsava [an annual hindu festival devoted to Goddess Durga].

It’s a multi-day festival; stages are decorated, scripture recitation is done, artistic and ritual-based performances are presented etc. The Durga Puja celebrates the victory of Goddess Durga against the Buffalo demon Mahishasura [the triumph of good over evil].

Men and women wearing traditional clothes; performing the rituals with all their family members; dancing on the beats of success; having Prasad [religious offering] etc.

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2. Ahmedabad– Cities to Celebrate Navratri

Ahmedabad also addressed as Amdavad; it’s the largest city of Gujarat [Navratri is one of the prime festivals of this westernmost state]. The remarkable population of celebrators gather up in a huge circle and dance on the beats of folk music in synch [known as Garba].

The venues organizing Dandiya and Garba nights are quite in numbers (Rajpath Club| Mirchi Rock and Dhol etc). At some of the spots of celebration, the presence of Bollywood stars are also witnessed.

All coloured in the festive shade, grooving on the celebratory rhythm, sharing happy talks etc.

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3. Mysore – Cities to Celebrate Navratri

The Mysuru Dasara is the state-festival of the striking state of Karnataka. A grand and influential 10-day festival commencing with Navaratri and the last day being the Vijayadashami. This incredible festival is observed on the tenth day in the Hindu calendar month of Ashvin (mostly falls in the month of September or October).

You can mark your presence at the Ramayana theatre and even witness the magical presence of the Mysuru palace i.e. adorned with various shades of bright lights.

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4. Jaipur – Cities to Celebrate Navratri

Jaipur, the capital as well as the largest state of Rajasthan, which is famously addressed as the Pink city. Being the northern beauty makes it more alive and pretty. Various events are been organized, which features the Folk Dandiya and Garba dance [Rangeela Garba Raas| Dandiya Maharaas| Raas Lila| Feather-weight Jalsa etc].

Explore the Oldest city of Rajasthan and live the traditional bliss driven by eminent festive celebrations.

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5. Vadodara – Cities to Celebrate Navratri

Widely addressed as the Sanskari Nagari [the cultural city]. It’s the third-largest city effectively settled in the arms of a western state known as Gujarat. Thousands of celebrators gather up exhibiting the various shades of victory and joy.

There are numerous venues that conduct the grand Garba and Dandiya Night [here are a few to name – United Way of Baroda| Vadodara Navratri Festival| Maa Shakti Garba etc].

6. Mumbai – Cities to Celebrate Navratri

Mumbai, the City of Seven Islands or say the City of Dreams. Its residents celebrate each and every festival on a greater scale, whether its Ganesh Chaturthi; Janmashtami or Navratri.

Being the city of Hindi Cinema, this place is always blessed with the presence of numerous outsiders as well. They all get together and embrace the holiness of every celebratory festival.

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7. Bhubaneshwar – Cities to Celebrate Navratri

The festival of fasting and feasting; Navratri is celebrated on a huge scale in the capital city of Bhubaneswar [a prominent city of the state of Odisha].

Bhubaneshwar is the city of Cultural importance blessed with the presence of diversified population and fore-mostly it’s the Temple city of India. The land of worship; serving the presence of pilgrims coming from the various parts of country and world to seek blessings. Mark your presence at this southern city and live under the skies of spirituality.

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Duration of Navratri Celebration

The nine-night festival will begin from 10th of October 2018 and will last till 18th of October 2018; without a second thought simply pick one of the above-listed cities and outline a trip as soon as possible. And more importantly, do buy the tickets of any of the above-listed venue.

After celebrating this festival you can even spend some quality days exploring the greatness of various tourist attractions residing in the city as well as the nearby region.

Nation India is more than happy to serve your presence [bring your near and dear one’s along with you].