In Hinduism, gods and goddesses are often depicted with their vahanas, which are animals or mythical creatures that serve as ...

When we invoke Durga, Saraswati, Lakshmi, or Kali, we are not summoning external deities — we are stirring aspects of our highest self. This is why the Shakta tradition asserts: “Yatra yatra ...

During this time goddess Durga, Lakshmi and Saraswati are celebrated. Navratri means nine nights, also known as Durga Puja in West Bengal and one of the biggest Hindu festivals celebrated around ...

During Navaratri the creative power of the Goddess is celebrated, personified in the forms of Durga, Lakshmi and Saraswati. The festival culminates on the 10th day, known as Dussehra, when Hindus ...

Local organizers go head-to-head to craft magnificent pandals- - which are temporary stall-like structures, displaying the revered idols of Maa Durga- - who is the central figure of this festival.