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The 9 Nights of Divine Celebration
The 9 Nights of Divine Celebration

Navratri is the 9 day long Hindu festival of worship and dance. In Sanskrit the word Navratri literally means nine nights. Nava means nine and Ratri means Nights. During these 9 nights nine forms of shakti (power) are worshipped. Each day is dedicated to a Goddess and has very important significance. In Gujarat it is the festival of dance. All 9 days observe dandiya and Garba (regional dance of Gujarat). ? The Sharad Navratri is the most important of all three Navratris. It is celebrated during Sharad (beginning of winter, Sept-Oct). It celebrates the slaying of Mahishasura by the g... Read more »


Vijender Singh Win's India it's 3rd Medal at the Beijing Olympics 2008

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Kheer / Payasam - Rice & Milk Based Pudding of India

Kheer / Payasam - Rice & Milk Based Pudding of ...

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Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na's 'Rats and Meow': Imran Khan and Genelia D'Souza

Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na's 'Rats and Meow': Imran K...

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Kolkata - The New York of India (Part II)

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Darjeeling and Sikkim- Hill Stations In The Him...

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Top 10 Exotic Beaches of India

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Jaipur - The Capital City of Rajasthan

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Top 5 Unique and Best Dams in India

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Shashi Tharoor - A Man Surrounded by Controversies

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Indian Sarong for Men- The Lungi

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Holi- The Hindu Festival of Color!

If you happen to be in India towards the end of Feb or in the month of March, you are likely to witness one of the most colorful celebrat...

Top 16 Most Expensive Cars in India

Top 16 Most Expensive Cars in India

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Popular Street Foods in Pune

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The Great Indian Classical Dancers

The Great Indian Classical Dancers

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Agrasen ki Baoli : A Historic Monument in Delhi's Heart

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