Navratri Across India: How Each Region Celebrates the Festival Differently
Navratri, a festivity dedicated to the worship of the 9 forms of Goddess Durga, culminates with Dussehra, a day marking the victory of good over evil, and it is celebrated with great aplomb in most Indian states. For some, Navratri is the time to fast and chant mantras of...
Dussehra Facts: Cultural Significance, Rituals and Celebrations Across India
Dussehra, also called Vijayadashami, falls on the 10th and concluding day of Navratri, and is the most significant day of this festivity. It is also one of the most important festivals in Indian culture and is celebrated with great enthusiasm in many parts of the country. Dussehra symbolizes the...
16 Spectacular Harvest Festivals in India – A Symphony of Cultural Diversity
Festivals across cultures can be seen as outlets to express joy and gratitude. Harvest festivals are about cherishing a good yield and thanking nature for a generous harvest. Isn’t it a nature’s miracle how tiny seeds sown in soil grow into plants and trees that flower and bear fruit?...
30+ Mahashivaratri Wishes, Messages and Quotes to Connect with Shiva’s Timeless Grace
Mahashivaratri, the Great Night of Shiva is a sacred celebration dedicated to honoring Lord Shiva and embracing the values he represents. This auspicious occasion encourages devotees to worship the shivalinga, engage in prayers for harmony, observe fasting and meditate with the aim of attaining inner peace. Know more about...