World Tourism Day 2022: 5 Best Places To Visit To Celebrate Navratri

World Tourism Day 2022: 27th September is like an opportunity to broaden your own world by visiting different locations. Here is a list of 5 Best Places To Visit To Celebrate Navratri.

The nine-day celebration of Navratri is observed in various ways throughout the nation, so it goes without saying that it is lively everywhere. 

One of the most important Hindu holidays, it honors the triumph of good over evil. 

Although the nine-day event is observed differently across the states, everyone participates with enthusiasm, which reveals much about each culture.

Navaratri began this year on September 26 and will end on Dussehra, or October 5. 

You must put these locations on your bucket list of places to visit this year because traveling to different locations during the holy festival can provide you with an unforgettable experience.

List of 5 Best Places To Visit To Celebrate Navratri

1. Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

For nine days, Ramcharitmanas are chanted across the city, and diyas are lit on the ghats. 

The Ramleela that is played throughout these days is the most thrilling part because on the final day, when good triumphs over evil, Ravana’s effigies are burned.

2. Uttarakhand

It’s important to visit Dev Bhoomi, often known as “the land of the gods,” during Navratri. 

Devotees believe that this time of year is the best to visit the temples of Naina Devi, Kasar Devi, Dhari Devi, Mansa Devi, and Chandi Devi to seek blessings because it is thought that the temples are blessed by mystic vibrations.

3. Kolkata, West Bengal

Hundreds of elaborately decorated Durga Puja pandals are scattered throughout the city. Everything that suggests a celebration is there, including food, prayers, and decorations. 

Every day, fresh garments, scarlet vermilion, flowers, and jewelry are added to the idols’ decorations.

4. Vadodara, Gujarat

Vadodara, which is renowned for its garba as well as dandiya raas, has several Navratri celebrations every year. 

Vadodara, also known as Baroda, the cultural center of Gujarat, guarantees the most exquisite Navratri celebrations you’ve ever witnessed.

5. Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh

During Navratri, many locals and visitors visit the Kanaka Durga temple, where the deity is adorned in a different shape each day. 

The flower stakes are positioned to float in the river on the ninth day at the temple, which is situated along the banks of the Krishna river. Navratri is referred to here by the locals as Bathukamma Panduga.

6. Guwahati, Assam

Similar to other regions of the nation, Assam also uses pandals to commemorate the event. But Assam goes over and above by planning fairs and exhibitions. 

You may expect a mad rush of shopping if you travel to Assam during this event. Toys, home goods, clothing, and other products are popular items to purchase from these stalls.

7. Katra, Jammu & Kashmir

Visitors who are interested in visiting other states should unquestionably go to Katra in J&K. 

During this event, the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in this area is embellished with new flowers and lights. 

Climbing the temple steps is a tradition for devotees, especially during Navratri. Even later in the day, the entire area still appears lively.