Navratri Festival is a Hindu festival of Godess Durga, celebrated till nine nights in India. Get information on Navratri 2012, Navratri 2012 dates, celebrations, history and rituals. Navratri is celebrated twice in a year, 'Chaitra Navratri' (March-April) and 'Sharad Navratri' (October-November).
Navratri is a pious festival celebrated till nine nights with fervor and zeal in all over the India. Read more information on Navratri 2012 dates, Chaitra Navratri and history of Navratri in India.
"History: Navratri happens to be the most auspicious and Pious festival of Hindus which lasts for continuous 9 nights and 10 days. The festival is believed to be celebrated in honour of Divine power Shakti conceptualised as Goddess - Durga Maa(Mother) whose worship dates back to prehistoric times before the dawn of the Vedic age."