The most awaited and celebrated festival of Navrati has finally begun. The entire country is filled with joy and liveliness during this 9-day celebration. The festival is celebrated across all states for nine days under different names. While it is popularly known as Navratri in West India, it is celebrated in West Bengal as Durga Puja. Other states also celebrate this festival under different names. So, let’s take a look at how Navratri is celebrated across the country.

• Navratri in Gujarat

Gujarat welcomes and celebrates the auspicious Navratri festival with dance and music. During Navratri, various places in Gujarat host 9-night-long Garba dance events to worship Goddess Durga. If you are a dance lover, Gujarat is a must-visit during Navratri.

Where To Stay In Gujarat During Navratri?

Gujarat is highly popular during Navratri for its exuberant and vibrant Garba events. You will find a wide range of hotels and family-friendly resorts at highly affordable prices during this time.

• OYO 5584 Hotel Siddharth Inn – Located in a prime location in Gandhinagar, the Hotel Siddhart Inn, is an affordable, family-friendly hotel suitable for a weekend stay. The hotel is equipped with all amenities to make your stay extremely comfortable.
• OYO Flagship 36487 Palkhi Banquets & Lawns – You can experience the peace of lush greenery during your stay at Palkhi Banquets & Lawns. The family-friendly hotel has large lawns that are perfect for hosting events, making it suitable for planning a large family getaway.
• OYO HOME 84440 White Bungalow – If you want to celebrate Navratri with your family, White Bungalow is a great destination. Located away from the bustling city, this destination will provide you with plenty of privacy and top-grade amenities.

• Durga Puja in West Bengal

If you haven’t visited West Bengal during Durga Puja, you are missing out on this festival. Bengalis celebrate Durga Puja on a grand scale, establishing beautiful pandals to welcome goddess Durga. Pandal-hopping is an annual tradition in Bengal where locals and tourists visit different pandals. All the streets are shut down during the last four days of Durga Puja – Saptami, Ashtami, Navmi, and Dashami.

If you plan to visit Kolkata this Navratri, here are the best hotels to stay in!

• OYO Flagship Shree Residency: Located near Bisarjan Ghat, this affordable OYO hotel in Kolkata for families and friends is a perfect choice.
• Townhouse Hotel All In One: Book your rooms in this hotel for a luxury stay with your family.
• Katra Navratri Festival in Jammu and Kashmir

All Indians look forward to visiting Vaishno Devi temple once in their lifetime, and what would be the best time to visit this place than Navratri? Located in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, the temple is among the 51 Shakti Peeths of Goddess Durga. Katra celebrates the Sharad Navratri festival to mark Goddess Durga’s victory over the demon Mahishasura. To showcase the religious culture and heritage, the J&K State Tourism Department has declared the auspicious festival of Navratri as an annual event held during the nine days of Navratris.

Best Hotels in Katra for Family and Friends:

• OYO 5667 Katra Continental: Among many hotels and resorts in Katra, it is one of the most comfortable and affordable hotels to stay in.
• OYO 4690 Hotel Kanta International: With a wide range of facilities, this hotel in Katra for families is an ideal choice. It is located near the railway station of Katra.
• Navratri in Himachal Pradesh

Also known as “Devabhoomi” or the abode of the Gods, Himachal Pradesh celebrates Navratri every year with great enthusiasm and zeal. Therefore, it is among the most visited places by tourists from all over the world during Navratri. The most important festival celebrated during this time is the Kullu Dussehra festival or the International Mega Dussehra, marking the beginning of Navratri.

Best Places to Stay in Himachal Pradesh During Navratri

Himachal Pradesh is among the most popular destinations in India during Navratri. Over 4 lakh devotees flock to the state to witness the Kullu Dussehra festival every year, making it a top tourist spot among devotees.

• POP 89544 The View Point Cottage Eagle Eye – Located in Manali, the View Point Cottage Eagle Eye is a couple of hours from the famous Dhalpur Maidan, where the Kullu Dussehra takes place.
• OYO Hotel Whispering River – Surrounded by picturesque hills in Himachal Pradesh, the Hotel Whisper River welcomes tourists during the Navratri festival for a comfortable stay.
• Collection O 10372 Hotel Whistling Winds – The Hotel Whistling Winds offers a luxurious stay at affordable prices even during peak tourism season in Navratri.

Celebrating the Divine Blessings!

Festivals are indeed a very prominent part of Indian culture. Navratri, one of India’s most widely celebrated festivals, marks the victory of good over evil. People across India celebrate this victory in various forms, demonstrating their reverence for Maa Durga and seeking her blessings.

Garba dances, Pandal hopping, Bhajans, and Dussehra processions are among the many activities through which locals celebrate the auspicious nine days of Navratri. It’s one of the biggest festivals where diversity thrives in a special unity, and different communities come together to worship Maa Durga. This year, let us join hands in celebrating the unity in diversity of our incredible India to celebrate Navratri!