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This is festive time all over India. India Tours and Packages welcomes all travelers and tourists from across the globe to this incredible land and enjoy Her vivid cultural heritage. This is the time in India when you will find a number of events and festivals being observed at all levels and in large scale in the society. With the coming of the rain, there is joy and enthusiasm among the people. You will find a sense of holiness and spirituality in the air all over.
Especially during the end of September and beginning of October, people across the country observe the Festival of Goddess Durga with great encouragement and energy. The festival is popularly known as 'Durga Pooja'. Durga Pooja is a grand festival that symbolizes the victory of the 'Good over the Evil'. In many parts of the country Durga Pooja is celebrated in different fashion demonstrating the ancient history and tradition of the place. In Gujarat the occasion is celebrate for 9 days and this period is known and 'Navaratri'. Ahmedabad is one of the many places in Gujarat, where Navaratri presents a variety of true colors and vividness of the festival.
This year Navaratri starts from 19th of September and is observed for another nine days. The entire town of Ahmadabad is decorated with lights and colors. The popularity of the event has been attracting tourists form different countries of the world for many years. There are many things to enjoy here. The most important one being the famous 'Garba' dance. The other one is 'Dandiya Raas'. Garba and Dandiya are two ancient dance forms in Gujarat, which have major significance during Navaratri.
Garba
Garba is the most famous women's folk dance of the state, which is performed in groups during Navratri. Usually young village girls carry a pot with attractive designs made on it. A light is placed inside the pot. The leader of the group sings the first line and others in the group repeat the same in chorus. The group move from door to door and dance around the houses. This is such a ceremony which can be attended by everybody irrespective of cast and social status. You can find harmony among the group and everyone enjoying the performance.
Dandiya Raas
Dandiya Raas can be considered to be the counterpart of Garba. Dandiya Raas is performed by men and women of Gujarat during Navaratri. The dancers use sticks the end of which are tied with tiny bells, known as ghungrus in local language. Dandiya follows a very complicated rhythmic pattern forming circles. The entire group move in harmony. Here you can find the dancers performing sometimes alone and sometimes with their partners on their either sides. You will definitely feel like associating yourself with the group and move your feet with them. Dandiya Raas is definitely a unique experience for all of them who are there in the city during Navaratri.
Ahmedabad is the state capital and one of the important international cities in Gujarat. The city is well connected with all modes of transportation. Many international companies operate regular flights from major cities. Your stay in Ahmedabad during Navaratri is definitely pleasant. There are many cultural programmes organized during this time, which truly represent the tradition and culture of the entire state. Apart from Ahmedabad, other prominent cities where tourists can witness strong cultural impact of Navaratri are Baroda, Kutch, Saurashtra, Poshina, Balaram, Ambaji, and Pawagadh.
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