வலைப்பதிவுகள் — Dussehra

Imagine a royal family, adorned in regal splendour, steeped in the traditions passed down through generations. In the heart of Mysuru, a city where history breathes in every corner, the Mysore Dasara festival unfolds each year with unmatched grandeur. Mysore Dasara, often called "Nada Habba", is the state festival of Karnataka. They breathtakingly celebrate Dussehra or Dasara. This ten-day festival culminates on Vijayadashami, marking the grand finale of the festivities. Held annually in the city of Mysuru (Mysore), this festival is a dazzling display of Karnataka’s rich cultural heritage, history, and traditions.  Historical Significance of Mysore Dasara  The roots of...

Navratri, a Grand and auspicious Hindu festival spans nine nights and is dedicated to the worship of the divine feminine. The trinity of feminine powers—Shakti, Lakshmi, and Saraswati—is worshipped to receive their blessings. There is a total of four Navratris in a year, but only two—Chaitra Navratri and Sharad Navratri—are celebrated widely. Navaratri symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and the victory of light over darkness.  Significance of Navratri  The word Navratri comes from the Sanskrit words "nava," meaning nine, and "ratri," meaning night. Goddess Parvati, incarnated as Goddess Durga in nine forms, is honoured uniquely every day.  It...

Dussehra/Vijayadashami 2024 Date and time: This year, Dussehra and Vijayadashami fall on October 12, 2024.  The Dashami Tithi (tenth lunar day) begins at 10:58 AM on October 12 and ends at 09:08 AM on October 13.  Dussehra, one of India's most cherished festivals, is a grand celebration of the triumph of good over evil. Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is one of the most significant Hindu festivals celebrated across India with great fervour and enthusiasm. It is celebrated on the tenth day of Ashvin, the seventh month in the Hindu calendar, typically falling in September or October. Dussehra brings together...