Kolu We had an important festival, that of Navratri, earlier this month. Navratri – the nine sacred nights - is one of the most celebrated festivals of India. This nine days festival is essentially celebrated to worship Devi and to commemorate the victory of good over evil, i.e bringing to an end the atrocities of Asuras like Mahishasuran, Shumban, Nishumban, Madhukaidapan, Thumralochanan and Rakthabheejan. During Navrathri Devi is worshipped in the... (read post)
“Onashamsagal” Happy Onam!
The Onapookalam at our house : traditional flower carpet put at the entrance of homes to celebrate the Malayali festival of Onam