From a benevolent caregiver to the epitome of courage, destroyer of demons to beholder of universal powers, Goddess Durga is worshiped in nine myriad avatars in India. And come Navratri, each of these forms is worshiped on one of the nine holy nights, making this ten-day long festival an absolute sensory delight for participants and onlookers. And if you rent a private jet to these destinations, you get to enjoy these festivities to the fullest while evading the crowds
The word “Navratri” is derived from the Sanskrit words nav meaning nine, and ratri, meaning nights. Each of these nights is assigned to a vibrant color, and participants don themselves in ethnic dresses corresponding to these colors, dancing away the nights. The festival culminates in the celebration of Dussehra on the tenth day. Consequently, many places across India that celebrate Goddess Durga in her nine avatars spring up with life during these days.
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Ahmedabad
The Gujarati community welcomes Goddess Durga with incredible gusto and devotion, making Gujarat one of the most vibrant states in India during Navratri. Ahmedabad, the state’s capital city, hosts live garba nights at large venues, where participants heartily groove to the beat of dhol and folk music.
Clad in shimmering chholis and ghagras, locals and tourists throng these venues and celebrate the immense power that Goddess Durga symbolizes. If you’re planning to fly by private jet to Ahmedabad this festive season, the Karnavati Club/University, the YMCA Club, and the Bhadra Fort Navratri Festival are some iconic spots you shouldn’t miss.
Kolkata
The quintessential Durgo Pujo celebrated by the Bengali community is recognized worldwide, synonymous with meticulously decorated pandals; people dressed to the nines; idols of Durga, Lakshmi and Saraswati embellished with rich jewelry; and delicious bhog offered to the deity and distributed among devotees. If you fly private to Kolkata during Navratri, you’re also in for an auditory treat, with the myriad sounds of conches, dhaks and bells reverberating throughout the city.
While here, be sure to stay till the dashami or tenth-day celebrations, where married women offer sindoor or vermillion to the Goddess before immersing the idol and later play Sindoor khela, smearing red color on one another and filling the place with bright red hues—elevating the sense of “joy” in the City of Joy.
Varanasi
Known as a spiritual hub, Varanasi celebrates Navratri on the banks of the holy river Ganga with a Ganga aarti. Here, devotees set lit lamps or diyas afloat on the river, followed by the Ramnagar Ramlila, an enchanting enactment of the Ramayana. You may choose to combine Navratri celebrations at Varanasi with a general tour of the place and a pleasant vacation.
Mysore
While not many know about the Navratri celebrations in this ancient city, Mysore comes alive with Navratri festivities during the nine holy days, as well as on the final day of Dussehra. If you rent a private jet to Mysore during Navratri, you get to witness a magnificent procession, consisting of elephants and cultural floats, which proceeds through the city’s streets. The Mysore Palace, decorated with resplendent lights, is another spectacular sight.
Kullu
Kullu, tucked away in the hilly terrains of Himachal Pradesh, celebrates Navratri and the power of Goddess Durga in a unique but enchanting way. The most prominent Navratri ritual here is the Raghunath Rath Yatra, wherein idols of different Gods and Goddesses are placed in meticulously embellished chariots and paraded. The rituals here are simple yet elaborate, and celebrating Navratri at this hilly region gives one a sneak peek into the cultures and traditions of this laid-back town.
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Navratri is among the festivals celebrated with the most pomp and spirit in India, characterized by shimmering outfits, exuberant dances, peppy folk songs, and a variety of traditional preparations. However, owing to its prevalence across the country, it’s often difficult to secure travel tickets during this time. And even if you do manage to secure tickets, you would most likely have to travel with large crowds and practically no privacy.
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