The belief associated with this is that Goddess Durga descends on earth, her father’s home, hence the rejoicing and celebrations. After ten days she is now returning to her husband Lord Shiva in heaven.
In Bangalore a special cemented section of Ulsoor Lake is marked for all Bishorjons. I positioned myself near the lake well ahead of time to see the processions arrive one by one. Sharing with you here some of the shots taken just before the immersion of the idols.
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I always enjoy learning about other religions, cultures and customs. Thanks for another great post.
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I have to repeat what Richies has written, I too, love learning about other religions, cultures and customs and this is a terrific post as always, Indrani! Love your photos!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Sylvia
nice post. traditions are to be shared.
Once again, you were in the right place at the right time for the perfect shot! The story and the photos are rich in detail, color and culture.
so glad you were able to fulfill your meme duties while continuing with this noteworthy series.
fascinating and beautiful
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Great photos, I also love learning about other religions, traditions and cultures. You were able to get some amazing shots.
So colourful.
Such a colourful idol.
This has been a fascinating series. Thank you so much for the information and the pictures.
What an interesting festival!
I have enjoyed learning about the festival and your shots are great. I like all of them but the first one in is my favorite of this post.
I would love to experience these events firsthand. Your accounts of them are stunning.
The cultures and traditions of the people of the world are such interesting posts to see...this is so colorful and special. I would love to see this with my own eyes...beautiful Indrani!
And their outfits, too are so ornate. I would love to see this festival!
I used to enjoy seeing the Ganpati immersions when I was a kid! These days, I hardly go anywhere near thanks to the crowd, and also the mess that people end up making! guess Durga puja immersions wouldnt be so crowded, mainly attended by Bengalis??? Wish I could attend one!
nice and colorful....i like this.
greetings, Joop
Someday I'd like to see it all firsthand in Kolkata. Thanks for sharing these from Bangalore.
very colourful deities. thanks for sharing your world.
What a great wealth of culture in India. Some great photos and some words are very interesting.
Nice to learn so much information from your blog about your culture. Nice photos. Have a nice weekend.
Fantastic capture!! I can just imagine how festivity and the euphoria surrounding this event!! Is there dancing and music as well?
Thanks f0r the fascinating photos and hist0ry behind it.
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Great snaps.....so long as the idol is of clay, its a fine, feel good celebration. But its always sad to see Plaster and plastic material chocking the waters just like in the aftermath of Ganapati festival.
Amazing!
Great shots!!
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I truly enjoyed your post today. I know nothing about your culture and it was most interesting to see and learn about this. Thanks for sharing a small part of your world.
The diversity of human culture is simply astounding.
Very interesting and great photos! Thanks for sharing!
I always like to see the cultures and traditions of the people all over the world. Very interesting post, Indrani, with really beautiful images.
You braved the crowds for those lovely pictures.
great pics indrani and what i appreciate in u is your whole hearted spirit and devotion.keep it up!!
oh! the bassan days...loved the bhang and the great food after that :-)
This is one really emotional moment for some people! Awaiting my turn to see this festival actually...
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Now I have watched all your posts on this site, about that tradition, very interesting to learn.. :)
and many beautiful photos as well! :)
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