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What to do on Navratri?

How to celebrate Navratri? Or What to do on Navratri? These questions have no straightforward answer. Simply because Navratri is observed differently by Hindus in various parts of India and around the world . The myth for celebrating this unique Hindu festival remains the same but the way it is observed is different. Rituals during this period are primarily dedicated to Mother Goddess - Durga, Lakshmi and Saraswati. The most important is the Navratri Fasting. The festivities take place largely on the 10 th day that is the Vijayadashami day which is also celebrated as Dussehra. In Bengal , the festivities take place for four days. Starting from South, Navratri in Kerala is largely dedicated to Goddess Saraswati and people observe the Navratri fast. Classical musical concerts are organized by various temples, associations and organizations. The most famous being the Navratri concert in Trivandrum . The highlight of Navratri in Kerala is the Ayudha Puja and Vidyarambham r