Today the Dasami, the last day of Navratri and Dusshera. The festive spirit is everywhere and people are enjoying the celebrations. Though the festival is celebrated in almost all the states of India, there are certain places which are synonymous with Navratri & Dusshera.

Let’s get to know more about them:

Tamil Nadu: In the not-so-known village of Kulasekarapattinam, located in the Thoothukudi district of Tamil Nadu, Dussehra is celebrated in a unique way. The Kulasai Dussehra festival as it is known is celebrated in the Mutharamman temple, which is about 300 years old and dedicated to Goddess Kali.

 Karnataka: Mysore Palace in Karnataka hosts one of the most magnificent Dussehra celebrations in India. The highlight is the elaborately decorated Mysore Palace, illuminated with thousands of lights. The Ravana Dahan is a part of the festivity and it takes place in an open ground nearby, attracting both locals and tourists.

Royal Celebration of the festival of Dussehra in Mysore, is adorned with colorful lights and decorations. The highlight is the procession of a beautifully decorated elephant carrying an idol of Goddess Chamundeshwari. The Dussehra festivities in Mysore started at 9 a.m. on Monday, October 15, 2023, and the big finale, known as Vijayadasami Day, happens on Tuesday, October 24, 2023. Two major highlights on the last day are the Jamboo Savari and the Torchlight Parade. Thousands of people around the world gather to witness this spectacle. The Mysore Palace is illuminated, creating a mesmerising sight. Traditional music and dance performances fill the air with joy. The festival signifies the victory of good over evil and is a time for family gatherings and feasting on delicious treats. It's a time when Mysore comes alive with cultural fervor and a strong sense of unity.

West Bengal: Dussehra in West Bengal, known as "Vijaya Dashami," is a joyful festival celebrated with great enthusiasm. People immerse idols of Goddess Durga in the holy Ganges River after 10-day worship, symbolising her triumph over evil. Crowds gather at pandals to witness cultural performances, like dances and music. Families exchange sweets and gifts, and children fly colorful kites. The fragrance of incense fills the air, and traditional Bengali sweets like 'sandesh' and 'rosogolla' are savored. It's a time for unity and joy as people bid farewell to the goddess, marking the victory of good over evil.

 Gujarat: This however, is the only state that erupts into a nine-night dance festival, perhaps the longest in the world. Each night, all over the state, villages and cities alike, people gather in open spaces to celebrate feminine divinity, referred to as Shakti.

 In Ahmedabad, Dussehra is celebrated with great joy and enthusiasm. People come together to watch vibrant processions and Ramlila performances. The highlight is the burning of huge effigies of the demon king Ravana, symbolising the victory of good over evil. Families exchange sweets and gifts, and women apply colorful sindoor (vermilion) on each other's foreheads. Traditional dances, music, and delicious snacks like dhokla and fafda add to the festive spirit. It's a time for unity, prayers, and the triumph of Lord Rama's righteousness, making Dussehra a cherished celebration in Ahmedabad.

Thus the celebrations come to end and every one waits for a year to witness one more festive celebration of Navratri & Dusshera