Discover the energetic and diverse Navratri celebrations in Mumbai

Navratri, (Sanskrit: “Nine Nights”) in full Navratri also spelled Navaratri, in Hinduism, major festival held in honour of the divine feminine.

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It often ends with the Dussehra (also called Vijayadashami) celebration on the 10th day.

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Additionally, as Navratri depends on the lunar calendar, in some years it may be celebrated for 8 days, with Dussehra on the 9th. There are four similar festivals, also called Navratri, which are held at various stages of the year.

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In some parts of India, Dussehra is considered a focal point of the festival, making it effectively span 10 days instead of 9.

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