Navratri Festival

Festival Location: Gujarat, India

Festival Type(s): Religious Events, Traditional Festivals, Folk Dancing Festivals | Traditional Dancing Festivals

Stretching out into the Arabian Sea, like an open jaw of a lion, the Saurashtra peninsula and the Kutch desert mark the mid-western border of the State of Gujarat, home to one of the most enterprising communities of India. Gujarat is well known as a progressive business state; however a few are aware of its rich tourism potential.

Gujarat offers exquisite beaches, enchanting forests, enthralling wildlife and a cultural heritage full of experience. Whether you are looking for a relaxing holiday with friends and family, a sightseeing tour, a pilgrimage, a wildlife adventure, a beach resort or simply wish to enjoy festivals, Gujarat has it all.

The Navratri Festival, a circle of ecstasy that goes non-stop for nine brimming nights, is dedicated to Maa Ambaa the goddess of Shakti (Power). The festival has millions swaying in a fusion of dance and devotion. Nine nights packed with graceful dance are dedicated to Maa Amba. Navratri presents a colorful mix of culture, dance and devotion. They say that the state of Gujarat does not sleep during Navratri. People dress-up and dance until the wee hours of morning. Navratri in Gujarat is best experience in person.