Scintillating Dussehra celebration in Rajasthan

Rajasthan is a land of rich culture, heritage, royalty and scenic splendors. The mesmerizing lakes, historical places, dessert & forts of this arid region attract admirers from all over the world. The plethora of colorful and traditional festivals of Rajasthan makes it a breath taking tourist attraction. To relish the charm of fairs and festivals of Rajasthan, get the Rajasthan tour travel itineraries, Rajasthan tour packages and celebrate the euphoric folklore.

Every festival in Rajasthan is an epitome of cultural, social and religious aspects of the people. They are celebrated in regard to commemoration or thanksgiving. Dussehra is one such festival celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm in Rajasthan.

Dussehra also known as Vijayadashami is the day that follows the nine days of Navratri. It is the major Hindu festival that typically falls in the Gregorian months of September and October. The festival is observed for various reasons and celebrated differently in various parts of Indian subcontinent.

1. In the eastern and north-eastern states of India, Dussehra marks the end of Durga Puja. This day is celebrated to commemorate the triumph of Goddess Durga over the buffalo demon, Mahishasura.

2. In the other parts of India, the festival is synonymously called Dussehra. The day is observed to celebrate the triumph of Lord Rama over Ravana, the victory of Good over evil.

In Rajasthan, this day is marked as a National holiday. The festival is celebrated by towering effigies of 10 headed- Ravana, symbolizing 5 vices in men and women - desire, anger, greed, affection and ego. Burning the evil with fireworks marks the destruction of the vices within mankind. Dussehra also indicates the onset of the festive season with Diwali, the festival of lights -one of the most important and widely celebrated festivals of India.

This period of festivities is marked by many local celebrations in different regions of Rajasthan. This year in 2018, the victory of good over evil would be celebrated on 19th October. This day follows 9 days of Navratri celebration, the festival of gaiety, dance, music and fun.

During the nine day long festivity, clubs and gathering places are enthused with decoration, tempting food stalls, colorful lights and interesting games. People are adorned with colorful traditional costumes and perform Garba folk dance. Grab Rajasthan tour packages with Atulya Bharat and indulge in the phenomenal activities of this festive season.

The 10th day marks the end of Navaratri and is celebrated as Dassehra. Though the festival is celebrated all over India, Kota sets it apart with 75 feet tall effigies of the demons Ravana, Kumbhakarana and Meghnath.

People dress colorfully and offer prayers to Lord Rama. Dazzling procession is held to mesmerize the onlookers who gather from the surrounding villages. It also provides ripe opportunity for traders to advertise their products. Cultural programs are organized & scintillating performances are held by local artists.

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