Navratri

Nine nights honouring the goddess Durga through dance, fasting, and devotion.

Navaratri is an annual Hindu festival observed in honor of the goddess Durga, an aspect of Adi Parashakti, the supreme goddess. It spans over nine nights, first in the month of Chaitra, and again in the month of Ashvin (September–October). It is observed for different reasons and celebrated differently in various parts of the Hindu - Indian cultural sphere. Theoretically, there are four seasonal Navaratris. However, in practice, it is the post-monsoon autumn festival called Sharada Navaratri. There are also two additional Navaratris as well, in Shukla Paksha of the Magha Month and another in the Shukla Paksha of Ashadha Month.

Source: Wikipedia — Navaratri

No Navratri celebration is complete without its signature dishes, shared with family and community throughout the festivities.