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Nine days, nine avatars – The nine days of Navratri

Shardiya Navratri, or the nine days of worship of Goddess Durga, starts today! Running until the 5th of October, Indians all over the world will join to celebrate each of the nine different forms of the Goddess Durga over nine days.  During Navratri, it is believed that whoever worships Goddess Durga with pure heart and devotion will find prosperity, happiness, peace and joy, as Goddess Durga abolishes all evils and bad vibes in their lives. As this is one of the most auspicious festivals among Hindus, according to the Hindu calendar, this festival is celebrated twice a year, with Chaitra Navratri taking place in Spring, while Shardiya Navratri is celebrated in Autumn to rejoice the victory of good over evil.

During Navratri, devotees fast for nine days to earn Goddess Durga’s blessings, and on the last day, they break their fast with a puja. There are two mythical stories related to this festival; the first tale depicts Goddess Durga slaying a demon named Mahishasura, who was known as an evil demon creating and spreading terror in the world. It is said that Goddess Durga was born to defeat Mahishasura, and after nine consecutive days of fierce battle, on the tenth day Goddess Durga achieves victory over Mahishasura by piercing his chest with her ‘Trident’, while he takes the form of a buffalo.

According to the second tale, Lord Ram worshipped Goddess Durga for nine days before his battle with Ravana to save his mother Sita from Lanka. Goddess Durga was pleased with Ram’s devotion, and on the tenth day of battle between Ram and Ravana, Ram finally defeated Ravana and conquered Lanka, which is celebrated as Dussehra on the 5th of October.

Let’s learn more about the nine forms of Navratri Devi, known as the nine avatars of Goddess Durga, and how devotees honour and celebrate their benevolence.

The nine avatars of the Goddess Durga

Goddess Shailputri

Navratri begins with worship of the Goddess Shaliputri, who is known as the daughter of mountains and often found in the colour of white. She is often depicted holding a Trishul in her one hand and a lotus flower in the other, while riding on a white bull named ‘Nandi’. This avatar of Goddess Durga represents a healthy life and on this day, devotees offer pure desi ghee, as well as food made with ghee to earn her blessings for a healthy long life.

Goddess Brahmacharini

On the second day of Navratri, devotees worship the Goddess Brahmacharini, who is symbolized as the mother of devotion and reparation. This form represents the Goddess Parvati while in deep meditation for years to gratify Lord Shiv. She is depicted wearing white clothes with a chanting rosary called ‘rudraksha mala’ in her right hand and a kamandalu in her left hand. By offering foods made of sugar, devotees pray for her blessings for loyalty, wisdom and knowledge.

Goddess Chandraghanta

On the third day, devotion is paid to the Goddess Chandraghanta, who is known as the avatar of the destroyer of demons. She is depicted with having ten hands, nine of them holding a trident, mace, bow, arrow, lotus, sword, bell and a waterpot, whereas the tenth hand remains in Abhay Mudra to bless her disciples. She was given the name Chandraghanta due to the curved moon on her forehead and is often depicted riding a tiger. She is often found in royal blue and her devotees believe that by offering kheer, she would take away their sorrows and pains.

Goddess Kushmanda

The fourth day of Navratri is devoted to Goddess Kushmanda, also known as Goddess of the Cosmic Egg. She is known to have eight hands and is often depicted riding a lion. Her devotees believe that she created the world with her divine and radiant smile. During this day, her devotees offer her favorite food, malpua, to worship the happy manifestations of Goddess Durga.

Goddess Skandamata

On the fifth day of Navratri, devotees pay worship to the Goddess Skandamata, also known as Panchami or Goddess of Motherhood and Children. She is depicted having four arms, two of them holding a lotus and the other two holding the sacred kamandalu, as well as a bell. She is also depicted having three eyes and a bright appearance. She is often shown riding a lion and carrying her son Lord Kartikeya or Skanda on her lap. Her favorite colour is green and her devotees pray for love by offering bananas, which is known as her favorite food.

Goddess Katyayani

The sixth day of Navratri represents Goddess Durga’s Shakti form, who is known as the Goddess Katyayani or the Goddess of Warriors. She is often depicted riding on a lion, with her four arms wielding a sword, shield, lotus and trident, respectively. Grey is her chosen colour and by offering honey and prasad, her devotees pray for her blessings on diminishing all evil around them.

Goddess Kalaratri

The seventh day is devoted to the fiercest form of Goddess Parvati, known as Kalaratri or Kali. As the legendary story goes, she sacrificed her fair skin complexion, becoming dark skinned to kill the demons Shumbha and Nishumbha. She is depicted riding on a donkey with three of her four arms wielding a sword, trident and noose. Her fourth arm can be found on Abhaya and Varada Mudra, to bless her devotees. Orange is known to be her favorite colour, and her devotees pay worship to her by offering jaggery as prasad to get her blessings.

Goddess Mahagauri

On the eighth day of Navratri, devotees dedicate their worship to the four-handed immortal Goddess Mahagauri, who is known to have the power to fulfill her devotees’ wishes. She is often depicted riding on a white elephant and holding a Trishul and damru in her hands. She is known to be fond of the colour of peacock green and her devotees offer coconut to her to pray for all their dreams to come true.

Goddess Siddhidhatri

The last day of Navratri is celebrated as the day the Goddess Durga was bestowed with her last avatar, the Goddess Siddhidhatri, as a symbol of perfection. She is known as the Goddess of Giving and Grants and is depicted having four arms, each one holding a mace, discus, book and a lotus respectively. Pink is known to be her favorite colour, and devotees pay worship to her by offering sesame seeds, while praying for safety and security from all bad vibes and evils around them.

Navratri is not only about taking all evils away from your life, but also, it’s the season to allow your body to detox all negative energies around you. Therefore, this Navratri fasting season, pay your gratitude to the Goddess Durga, while adding more positive energies to your life.

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Shardiya Navratri 2022: Navratri Significance, History And Navratri Devi Names | India Times
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Worship the Nine Forms of Maa Durga On The Nine Days of Navratri | HerZindagi



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10 Navratri recipes you shouldn’t miss!

The nine days of worship to Goddess Durga, starting on 26th September and running until 5th October, is the best time to celebrate the blessings and good vibes for peace, happiness and prosperity for your family and loved ones! It is believed that whoever worships Goddess Durga with pure heart and devotion will have all troubles taken out of their lives, while finding peace and joy to cherish.

On this auspicious season, as you worship nine different forms of the Goddess Durga, celebrate the Shardiya Navratri or the victory of good over evil with delicious Navratri Vrat recipes after observing your fast. Traditionally, in this is the auspicious period, most Hindus keep away from alcohol and non-vegetarian food, as well as from grains, onion and garlic. Devotees choose to fast in this manner as a way of paying gratitude to the Goddess Durga and gives them a chance to get back to their roots and deviate from the daily goings-on.

As Navratri 2022 is just around the corner, let’s check out the 10 most popular dishes that we can prepare for this Navratri!

Sabudana Khichdi

Sabudana, more commonly known as sago, is processed plant starch extracted from the cassava root. High in carbohydrates, it’s a perfect energy-boosting meal, ideal for fasting. Made with sago, peanuts, curry leaves and mild spices, Sabudana Kichdi is classified as one of the best fasting foods commonly eaten during Navratri by the traditional Hindu community anytime, whether it’s for breakfast or a light dinner.

Kuttu Ka Dosa

If you are a dosa fan, this is one of the Navratri recipes that you don’t want to miss! Also known as ‘Falahari Dosa’ or ‘Vrat ka Dosa’, this dish is a great food option for people who avoid eating kuttu or buckwheat in fried pooris or pakoras. Quick to prepare and gluten-free, this meal is widely considered as a great dietary option, with the delicious potato filling providing a good source of protein, iron and zinc. Cooking up this crisp dosa with mint and coconut chutney would make anyone’s day!

Singhare Ke Atte Ka Samosa

Spending the evening of Navratri without enjoying these delicious samosas would simply be incomplete! This is the best tea-time snack to enjoy, with the goodness of a Navratri twist, while fasting. Singhare ke atte ka samosa is a crisp, triangle shaped snack prepared with water chestnut flour, arrowroot powder, spiced chironji, and sendha namak, along with many more spices. You can enjoy this mouth-watering snack with coriander chutney and experience many health benefits including low calorie consumption, low stress levels, reduction in blood pressure and more.

Aloo ki Kadhi

Soak in this delicious, yummy kadhi with potato pieces and soothe your taste buds! Aloo ki kadhi is a delightful curry made with potatoes, chilies, singhare ka atta and many spices, making it a great lunch for the Navratri festival. Make your Navratri more special and healthier while fasting with this delicious curry.

Makhana Kheer

Who doesn’t love eating festival desserts, especially on Navratri? Makhana Kheer is one of the most popular sweet dishes in the Navratri feast. This low-fat sweet is especially popular during fasting, making it the perfect dessert to indulge in. Not only served as dessert after a great dinner, Makhana Kheer is also offered as a prasad for the pooja. This yummy dessert, made with milk, sugar, makhana or puffed lotus seeds, chopped pistachios and almonds with cardamom powder, is the perfect dish to fulfil your sweet payasam cravings.

Sabudana Khichdi, Kuttu Ka Dosa, Makhana Kheer, Singhare Ke Atte Ka Samosa

Banana Walnut Lassi

This creamy yogurt drink with walnuts, banana and honey will make your Navratri day a healthier and more energized one! This nourishing drink can be easily made at home and consumed as a sweet, chilled beverage while fasting during Navratri. Boost your energy for whole day with a banana walnut Lassi!

Vratwale Chawal ka Dhokla

Full of flavour, this gluten-free delicacy is a perfect accompaniment to any Navratri feast! Vratwale ka dhokla or Sama ke Chawal ka Dhokla is a healthy and delicious steamed cake made with little millet, tapioca pearls, as well as tempered whole red chilies, cumin, ghee and curry leaves. Spongy and light with amazing flavours, this recipe is a must have for your Navratri feast. Paired with some vrat ki chutney, you would find it hard not to have an extra piece on your plate this feast!

Kebab-e-Kela

Have you ever tried spiced, vegetarian banana kebabs, flavored with ginger, coriander, green chili and aromatic spices? If not, this is the perfect time to try this delicious festival snack, that melts in your mouth with every bite.

Vratwale Paneer Rolls

Grated paneer with potatoes, sendha namak, spices and some raisins to add sweetness, all pan fried together with ghee. Aren’t these crisp, golden-brown rolls making your mouth water? These tasty paneer rolls are just one of the delicious recipes that you can serve as a mid-day snack during this Navratri festival. Enjoy this delicious treat with a sprinkle of mint leaves and chaat masala!

Vratwale Khatte Meethe Aloo

Sweet and sour in one perfect dish! Vratwale Khatte Meethe Aloo, made with potatoes cooked with a hint of lemon and chilies, is one of the most special and delicious fasting dishes that you’ll never want to miss from your Navratri feast bucket list. This dish offers a great balance of flavors, giving your taste buds an irresistible experience!

Navratri is not only about taking the troubles away from your life, but also allowing your body to detox all negative energies around you. Together, let’s pay gratitude to the goddess Durga this Navratri fasting season, while adding more positive energies to our lives. We hope these recipes will fulfill both your food cravings and health goals this Navratri!

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Shardiya Navratri 2022: Navratri Significance, History And 9 Days of Navratri Devi Names – India Times
15 Best Navratri Vrat Recipes | Popular Fast Recipes | Easy Vrat Recipes – NDTV Food
Sabudana Khichdi (Non-Sticky & Fluffy) – Swasthi’s Recipes
Kuttu Ka Dosa – Your Food Fantasy
Singhare Ke Atte Ka Samosa Recipe: How to Make Singhare Ke Atte Ka Samosa Recipe – Times of India
Low Fat Makhana Kheer – NDTV Food
Vrat ka dholka or Sama ke Chawal ka Dholka – Ruchis Kitchen



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10 Must Eat Foods This Festival Season

It’s the most joyous time of the year for Indians of the world! Festival season is here and in full swing, a time where families come together and celebrate their culture, religion and history through performing a variety of rituals and traditions. One of the most important aspects of any Indian festival is of course, the food! From sweet to savoury and everything in between, let’s have a look at the top 10 must eat foods this Festival season!


Barfi
Let’s start the sweets off with Barfi! Made with milk powder, sugar, ghee and garnished with nuts, Barfi are a must have for your Festival feast! Sweet with a slight nuttiness and a melt in your mouth texture, Barfi is a familiar flavor we all know and love and no Mithai platter would be complete without them!

Kaju Katli
Directly translating into cashew slice, Kaju Katli is a traditional sweet cut into diamond shapes and decorated with edible silver colouring. Made with cream, sugar and ground cashews, it’s a sweet treat that is pretty to look at as well as delicious!

Gajar Halwa
A traditional North Indian dessert, Gajar Halwa is made by simmering grated carrots with milk, sugar and ghee. Although it directly translates into “Carrot Pudding” in English, this classic sweet has no eggs but rather is thickened naturally by cooking down the ingredients together for a long period of time until thickened. A favourite for many Indians, Gajar Halwa is a must have during Festival Season!

Gulab Jamun
A classic Indian sweet, often referred to as the Indian donut, Gulab Jamun is made by frying balls of dough made with milk solids and flour, then soaking in a sweet sugary syrup scented with rose and cardamom. Loved by kids and adults alike, this sweet is essential for Indian festivities and is a great recipe to make together with your loved ones!

Soan Papdi
A very popular Indian sweet ideal for any occasion, Soan Papdi is made from chickpea flour, ghee, sugar and milk, amongst other ingredients, and often topped with pistachios and almonds. Known for its flaky and melt-in-your-mouth texture, this treat is sure to bring a smile to everyone’s face!

Kaju Katli, Gajar Halwa, Gulab Jamun, Soan Papdi

Samosa
Starting off strong with the savory foods, we can’t forget Samosas! Samosas are small, triangle shaped, pockets of pastry stuffed with mouth-watering ingredients including minced meat, grains, curry potatoes and vegetables as well as different kinds of spices to add both flavour and colour. An all-time favorite traditional Indian snack, whichever festival you celebrate, it’s not complete without samosas.

Aloo Tikki
Aloo tikki are small, patty-shaped potato cutlets which are well-known as one of the indigenous snacks to the North Indian subcontinent. There are a few ways to call this tasty snack, as it is also known as Aloo Ki tikkia, Aloo ki tikki and Alu tikki. It’s prepared using boiled potatoes, peas, herbs and various authentic curry spices and served with a mint or yogurt dipping sauce. This is one popular street food snack that you’ll never want to miss!

Pakora
Deep fried spiced potato and onion fritters coated in seasoned chickpea batter…aren’t you craving it already? Of course you are! When it comes to Festival season, this street food is a must have. Most Indian restaurants around the world serve pakora as an appetizer, so you can get your fix any time of year.

Dahi Bhalla
Dahi Bhalla or Dahi Vada is a kind of chaat originating from Karnataka, which are soft lentil fritters dunked in creamy yogurt and topped with chutney, then garnished with spices, nuts, and pomegranates. This is one of the most popular street foods eaten around India, which melt in your mouth and will satisfy your sweet, spicy, and salty cravings.

Poha Chivda
One of the most delicious snack mixes around, Chivda is a popular Indian snack made with a mix of flattened rice called poha, spices, curry leaves and nuts. This is eaten as a tea-time snack all year round and is made for festivals including Diwali, Ganesh Chaturthi and Holi. However you prepare your chivda, whether in a thin, thick or medium texture, it’s a healthy snack that can be enjoyed by everyone.

Samosa, Aloo Tikki, Pakora, Dahi Bhalla


Festival season is the time to enjoy good foods, good friends and good vibes! With our list of favourites, you can make sure you tick off the essential foods on your Festival season bucket list. Reinvigorate your mental taste buds and get your appetite ready for a delicious festival feast!  

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Soan Papdi Recipe | Awesome Cuisine
Poha Chivda Recipe | Swasthi’s Recipes



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Travel Food Recipes – 10 Delicious Recipes for Onam

Onam is finally here! From the bottom of our hearts, we at Gaura Travel wish a happy and colourful Onam from our family to yours. During Onam we celebrate the humility and generosity of King Mahabali and his devotion to Vishnu through various festivities and events. One of the most highly anticipated festivities, Onam Sadhya, is quickly approaching, so to help prepare for this massive event here are 10 mouth-watering recipes you can follow and enjoy together with your loved ones!


Erissery – Best Travel Food Recipes
Let’s start off strong with Erissery, a traditional Kerala dish usually prepared for weddings and festivals. Featuring pumpkin, coconut and various spices and seasonings, it’s a sweet and comforting taste that will leave you wanting more and more! Check out the recipe here.

Pulissery – Best Recipes for Travel
Another Kerala staple is Pulissery, a dish prepared with buttermilk and ash gourd as well as numerous spices. If you can’t find ash gourd, also known as winter melon, don’t worry, as chopped cucumber will provide a great substitute. Enjoy with hot rice or roti for a delicious meal! Check out the recipe here.

Tenga Choru – Best recipes for travel
Looking for a delicious accompaniment to all those curries? Look no further! Tenga Choru is an even more flavourful spin on the classic coconut rice prepared with urad dal, cashews and lemon for a zesty and refreshing kick. The green chili and coriander leaves will tantalize your taste buds and increase your appetite – so you can fit in more food! Check out the recipe here.

Pachadi – Good Meal for travel
Made from pineapple, coconut, curd and many spices, Pachadi is a light and complex side dish that will compliment any feast! Ready in less than 30 minutes and packed with delicious flavour, Pachadi is a must have for any Onam Sadhya setting. Check out the recipe here.

Avial – Good Meal for traveller
No Onam Sadhya would be complete without Avial curry – Kerala’s traditional dish. Packed with veggies such as drumsticks, yam, carrot and pumpkin, this curry pairs perfectly with roti or hot rice to make a deliciously balanced meal. Not only that, it’s simple to prepare too and can be ready in only 35 minutes!
Check out the recipe here.

Pulissery, Pachadi & Avial Curry
Pictured: Pulissery, Pachadi & Avial Curry

Rasam – Best south indian food for traveler
Don’t be fooled by it’s thin, soup-like consistency, this dish is seriously packed with flavor! Made with toor daal, tomatoes, tamarind and loads of spices, this classic South Indian dish packs a serious punch and is delicious served with rice or even just on its own. Check out the recipe here.

Kadala Curry – Good south indian recipe for traveler
An authentic Malabar curry made from black channa (chickpeas), coconut and an array of spices. A hearty staple to any Onam Sadhya setting! This thick curry flavoured with bright and aromatic spices will surely bring a smile to anyone’s face – even the pickiest of eaters! Check out the recipe here.

Kalan Kerala Curry
A simple and delicious currymade from buttermilk, mustard seeds, coconut and bananas. Featuring a variety of different spices and flavours, this traditional Onam dish is a must have for your Onam Sadhya spread! Check out the recipe here.

Ulli Theeyal
A Kerala delicacy, Ulli Theeyal is the ultimate dish to serve to your guests this Onam Sadhya. Made with shallots cooked down in a thick roasted coconut gravy, this tangy and spicy dish will delight your taste buds and make you hungry for more. Check out the recipe here.

Paal Payasam
No meal is complete without dessert, and payasam is one of the best out there! A variation of kheer, payasam is a classic South Indian dessert. With many different kinds from moong dal to coconut, this payasam made with rice is simple to make, as well as delicious! Made with milk, rice, sugar and cashew nuts, this sweet, creamy dessert is the best dish to finish off your Onam Sadhya, and will leave you feeling warm and satisfied. Check out the recipe here.

Rasam, Kadala Curry & Payasam
Pictured: Rasam, Kadala Curry & Payasam

And there we have it! Now that you have the know-how, it’s time to bust out the banana leaves and get cooking! Prepare these simple yet delicious recipes together with your family and have a wonderful and blessed Onam Sadhya. On that note, why not book a flight home to India this Festival Season? Give your family the ultimate gift and celebrate the festivities together with your loved ones.

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Onam 2021: 10 Best Onam Recipes | Onam Sadhya Recipes And Special Dishes
Onam Festival 2022 – Celebrations and the Legend of Mahabali
Onam Festival Kerala: All You Need to Know about Onam Celebration

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India’s 75th Independence Day 2022

Vande Maataram!

This year marks a massive milestone for our beautiful nation as we celebrate the 75th anniversary of our glory of victory and independence from British rule.  Though it hasn’t always been easy, it’s been an incredible journey as we’ve come to grow into one of the strongest nations in the world. Known as a historic and momentous occasion, Independence Day is an event that all Indians throughout the world can celebrate, especially those living in Australia, which houses the second-largest group of overseas-born migrants in the world.

Independence Day events in Australia

You might be worried about missing this big day to celebrate the glory of your nation, but rest assured! There are many events taking place throughout the country, from cultural performances to exhibitions, galas and more. Read more below to find out about local Independence Day events taking place in your city this August.

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Australian Capital Territory

Locals of ACT can witness the raising of the tricolour flag at the High Commission of India in Canberra, with the ceremony starting at 9am on August 15th. Later in the week on the 20th, celebrate with fellow members of the Indian-Australian community at the Weston Community Hub, where you can witness incredible stage show performances as well as art competitions and sample a range of tasty food. Festivities will take place from 4 to 9pm, and leave you brimming with Indian pride.

New South Wales

It’s all happening in NSW! Locals can enjoy an incredible exhibition of India’s finest textiles dating back to the 19th century at the Charkha and Kargha Exhibition at Powerhouse Museum Ultimo, which will start on the 13th. Later that same day kicking off at 7:45 pm, The Council of Indian Australians Inc will be throwing an India Day Dinner consisting of a luxurious three course buffet dinner and numerous stage performances at the Grand Royale Function Centre in Granville. On the 15th Sydney’s Consulate General of India will also be commemorating Independence Day with the annual hoisting of the Indian flag. Finally, share the love at the Australia-India Friendship Fair on the 21st, held at Prince Alfred Square in Paramatta, where fun and festivities await.

Victoria

VIC residents rejoice, for there’s a vast number of events for you to enjoy! This year’s Indian Film Festival of Melbourne will kick off on the 12th and run until the 30th , giving movie lovers a real treat to look forward to, with cricket star Kapil Dev and actor Amitabh Bachchan starting the festivities with a hoisting of the Indian flag. On the 15th Indians and Australians alike can witness the annual raising of the Indian flag at the Consulate General of India at 9am sharp, and celebrate with delicious food, drink and fun later in the week on the 20th at the Australian Indian Community Centre in Rowville, where the Federation of Indian Associations of Victoria will be throwing a multicultural gala for locals to enjoy.


Queensland

Festivities in Queensland will commence with the India Day Fair, held at the Amphitheatre at Roma Street Parkland in Brisbane, where locals can enjoy a variety of festivities such as parades, live music, stage performances and of course delicious food. Later in the day the festivities continue at Centenary Heights State High School in Toowomba with a flag hoisting ceremony followed by cultural performances and the opportunity to try lots of delicious authentic Indian cuisine. Finally, on the 15th, the Honorary Consulate General of India will be holding its own official flag hoisting ceremony to officially commemorate and celebrate Independence Day.


Western Australia

Residents of WA will enjoy a fantastic evening at Sangam 2022, held by the Indian Society of WA at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre. The event will feature a celebration of Indian music, with classical, folk and Bollywood dances to enjoy. On the 15th, Perth’s Consulate General of India will be holding the annual flag hoisting ceremony at 9am.

South Australia

Finally, in SA locals can experience a truly fascinating cultural event held at the Scott Theatre in the University of Adelaide. The Cultural Program, provided by the Indian Australian Associations of South Australia, will kick off at 1:30PM on the 14th, where locals can witness the flag hoisting ceremony as well as watch an educational cultural program with patriotic songs and enjoy a plethora of refreshments.

Here at Gaura Travel we hope you have a wonderful Independence Day and celebrate Indian pride with your friends, family and loved ones. Find out more about your local Independence Day events here:

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Festivals of the Season  

Diwali is less than 100 days away, at Gaura Travel we celebrate India’s diverse religions and ethnic groups, where a vast number of local festivals are celebrated throughout the year. Each festival brings a unity of culture and celebration with festivities for families, relatives and friends to enjoy.

The next biggest festival of the season, Diwali, is celebrated nationwide in India on October 24th, 2022 and symbolises the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness.

Diwali – The festival of Lights

Diwali is a festival that symbolises the triumph of good over evil and is celebrated by many different religious groups in India, each with a unique interpretation. Hindus celebrate Diwali to celebrate the return of Rama to Ayodhya after defeating the evil king Ravana and the rebirth of goddess Lakshmi, whereas Jains celebrate and honour Lord Mahavira’s enlightenment. For the Sikh population, the festival is held to celebrate Guru Hargobind’s release from prison.

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This year, Diwali will fall on 24th October, with the 5-day celebration commencing on 22nd October with Dhanteras – the act of cleaning and purchasing gold, silver and other new items to decorate the house. For the second day, Choti Diwali, houses are decorated with diyas and candles, with families gathering to create rangolis. On the auspicious day of Diwali, extended families come together with their traditional attires and perform a ritual called ‘Lakshmi Puja’, afterwards celebrating with delicious food and lighting diyas together.

On the fourth day, Padwa, festivities are dedicated to celebrating the loving bond between husband and wife by exchanging gifts. On Bhai Duj, the fifth day, families get together to celebrate the special bond between brothers and sisters, with sisters tying a special bracelet called ‘rakhi’ around each brother’s wrists. In return, the brothers give gifts and sweets to their sisters and promise to protect them for life.

Diwali in Australia

Diwali or Deepavali is the most important occasion for the Indian community in Australia. To Hindus, this is a symbol of hope, harmony, joy and renewed togetherness of life. The Hindu Council of Australia is organising an array of cultural events to be held at Martin Place, Parramatta Park and other venues around Sydney by cooperating with the local Indian communities. These events will not only represent religious significance, but also have something to offer for attendees of all ages, from exciting Bollywood recitals, traditional foods and music, henna artworks and more. Entrance to many of the fair’s cultural events is free, and open to all Australians to experience the rich multicultural traditions, cuisines, music and much more.

With joy and laughter in the air, there’s no better time to travel to India and celebrate this auspicious festival with your loved ones. Find out more about our special flight offers to India during the festival season here:

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Learn more about Australia’s Deepavali events happening near you;

Sydney Deepavali Festival Event

Event Date: 24 October 2022 (TBA)

Venue: Multiple Venues, all around Sydney (Including Cherrybrook, Rouse Hill Town Centre, Liverpool, Hornsby, Sydney NSW)

Entrance: Free  

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National Brothers Day

Woah wait.. your most precious yet unbearably annoying brother gets a whole day dedicated to himself? Let that sink in first.

Let’s just accept it guys..You love ’em, you hate ’em, but you cannot go a day without them. Growing up, they often greeted us with either hugs or a black eye. There was no in between.  They are your first best friend, your survival kit, and the one you can trade the world for.

No matter how old you become, when you are with your siblings, you cannot help but relive your childhood. It’s the priceless memories of fighting for the remote, sharing that one chocolate and taking the blame for the broken vase, just to spare him the horror of your mom. Hands down, the best memories majority of us cherish in a lifetime are that of the time spent with brothers.

As life continues and you go different ways, the memories become much stronger. Time and again, you find yourself cherishing those carefree summer vacations from school, those innumerable fights and the countless car rides battling for the front seat. Thinking about those chaste memories leave you nothing but a smile on your face.

They are still your best friend, and if you fall, they will be there to catch you. Call them up today and tell them how special they are to you. This day, relive your childhood with them and tell them you are their number one!

Guess, its right when Christina Rosseti said, “For there is no friend like a brother in calm or stormy weather; to cheer one on the tedious way, to fetch one if one goes astray, to lift one if one totters down, to strengthen whilst one stands”.

We’re here to bridge the gap between you and your brother, you are just a click away to re unite with your loved ones. Travel from Australia to India or India to Australia and make this year memorable!

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A legend has passed.

A final goodbye
The Melbourne Cricket Ground was filled with memories on the 30th of march, honouring former Australia test cricketer Shane Warne. Shane’s contributions to his sport, the state, and the country itself magnify the passion he had for cricket. After Shane Warne’s retirement in 2007, he played for 4 years in the Indian Premier League. Warne served both as a player and mentor for Rajasthan Royals and became the captain of the team when they won the inaugural IPL in 2008, beating Dhoni’s Chennai Super Kings in the final.

Shane Warne’s children unveiled their fond memories of their dad and took a trip down memory lane. ‘My dad just wanted to be the best dad he could be’ said Brooke Warne as she continues to describe her beloved dad and his everlasting legacy. All three of Shane Warne’s children spoke at the memorial amongst a sea of onlookers, everyone cherishing their fond memories of Shane Warne.

Remembering the good
Many performances took place, with Ed Sheeran playing Shane’s favourite song as well as Robbie Williams performing Angels in tribute.  Actor Glenn Robbins recalled his experiences playing golf with Shane Warne saying ‘I used to play gold with him as well and it was hard because he had such a full life, and he would tell the best stories’ reminiscing core memories he has with Warne.

Andrea Egan spoke on behalf of the UN wildlife fund and commended Warne’s work which had begun last year, showing his responsibility as an Australian to protect the wildlife ‘when he joined, he expressed his hope of trying to rewrite the future and protecting animals and their habitat’

Shane Warne has impacted many lives throughout his life, from being one of the best cricketers, a father, a friend, a brother, a husband, a son, to a lover of all animals. Warne has left his mark on all of us. The Melbourne Cricket Ground’s atmosphere was quiet and sentimental in memory of Shane Warne.

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This Dussehra, NSW (Rama) vanquishes hotel quarantine (Ravana)

NSW to ‘open up to the world’, scraps quarantine for fully vaccinated passengers

On the occasion of Dussera, could residents of NSW wanting to return to, or travellers wanting to visit the state, have asked for a better gift?

We celebrate Dussera to mark the occasion of Lord Rama defeating Ravana. On that very day Lord Rama was united with Goddess Sita and one can imagine how they might have prepared to travel back to Ayodhya – well you can start packing your bags too, because the state of NSW is ready to welcome you with open arms.

In a very welcome move, NSW premier Dominic Perrottet has announced that fully vaccinated travellers arriving into New South Wales from overseas will no longer have to quarantine from November 1, thereby giving us another reason to celebrate this auspicious day of Dussera.

New South Wales is about to hit its 80 per cent double-dose vaccination target over the weekend and this news comes as an absolute breath of fresh air to travellers and families who wish to fly into NSW.

The reopening of Sydney and NSW to the world, is a giant step towards the resumption of ‘normalcy’, especially for the travel industry, promising a way back to the times before COVID 19 became a household term.

The state of New South Wales has recorded 399 new local coronavirus cases and the case numbers continue to plummet, creating a pathway towards a future without restrictions.

The only thing that matters is double vaccination

In order to qualify and be exempt from quarantine, travellers will need to do a PCR test before boarding a flight and will need to prove their double-vaccination status.

Tourism Minister Stuart Ayres told the press conference there would be no restrictions on where travellers are arriving from. What this effectively means is that regardless of whether you are an Australian Citizen or not, you can travel to NSW.

With vaccination status being the only determinant, the state and its travel industry has made it clear that all travellers are the same in its eyes.

The NSW Government also confirmed that fully vaccinated travellers already in quarantine will be freed on November 1, even if their stay is for less than 14 days.

What does this mean for you?

In simple terms, if you wish to travel back home to NSW, or just want to visit the state, you are welcome to do so after November 1st without you having to go through hotel quarantine, as long as you are doubly vaccinated.

So, if you haven’t booked up for your vaccines, get onto that first. And then give us a call – we will get you on a flight to Sydney / NSW before you can say ‘Happy Dussera’!

Your prayers have been answered. And Gaura Travel looks forward to flying you to NSW and to welcoming you all once again.

And this time, you can drive away from the airport, wherever you wish. Your imagination is the only limitation.

We wish you all the ‘Happiest Dussera’ ever!

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CELEBRATING 75 YEARS OF INDEPENDENCE WITH TRIVIA’S!

At the stroke of the midnight hour, when the world sleeps, India will awake to life and freedom. 75 years ago, in that moment when Jawaharlal Nehru recited these famous words, India became one. India became free.

A country full of distinct cultures, religions and festivals – one thing that binds us all together is the undying love for our country. Despite the differences, India is united in its diversity. This is where heritage meets pride and beauty meets legacy.

This year marks as the 75th Independence Day for us! 75 years of reflection of the sacrifice of our leaders, martyrs, and heroes. Oh, we have really come a long way!

To celebrate the love of these 75 years, we are bringing your patriotism and love for India at test! Woah, what does that mean? Well, that means every week we will challenge you with weekly quizzes that will that test your general knowledge, love for sports, academics, history, entertainment and what not!

Brace yourself for trivia’s that will keep you on the edge of your seat! Are you ready? Pull up your socks because this will be a nail biter!

Every week, we will select 2 lucky winners who will get a $50 gift voucher and exciting prizes! Woah!

Get ready guys, prep yourselves because this is going to be fun!

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Celebrate Yoga Day with Gaura Travel: Work IN, Not OUT!

How to Celebrate Yoga Day with Gaura Travel?

If you deeply desire to celebrate Yoga Day with Gaura Travel, start focusing inward. First, you must absolutely understand that yoga perfectly unites your mind and body. Furthermore, safely practicing yoga provides incredibly massive physical and mental health benefits. Consequently, traveling directly to India beautifully enhances this deep spiritual wellness journey. Therefore, securely booking your December flights 2026 remains highly essential for your holiday. Ultimately, our highly dedicated team proudly offers the absolute best international flight deals.

2026 Travel Updates: The Rise of Wellness Travel to India

Currently, international wellness tourism in 2026 is experiencing incredibly massive record growth. Specifically, global travelers aggressively seek destinations offering profound physical and mental rejuvenation. (Citation: Global Wellness Institute – 2026 Yoga & Wellness Tourism Trends Report). Furthermore, India proudly remains the absolute ultimate global destination for spiritual healing today.

Consequently, massive international travel demand strictly rises during major cultural wellness festivals. Therefore, booking your upcoming December flights 2026 requires incredibly urgent action today. Early flight booking absolutely guarantees highly affordable international travel ticket prices safely. Ultimately, celebrating Yoga Day with Gaura Travel securely ensures your spiritual journey succeeds.

Exploring Yoga: Uniting Your Beautiful Mind, Body, and Soul

We incredibly often find lovely people diving enthusiastically onto their yoga mats. Furthermore, they are beautifully transporting themselves into a completely different peaceful paradigm. Specifically, they deeply enter a magnificent world overflowing with absolute positivity and peace. Consequently, the massive question is, how exactly do they safely achieve this? And what exactly is this highly popular practice called yoga today?

Is it simply just a highly standard form of daily physical exercise? Alternatively, is it a deep religion, a philosophy, or a complex ideology? Or is it absolutely something completely different from our normal daily understanding? Gosh! The massive list of curious questions absolutely never ends for beginners.

The beautiful ancient word “yoga” literally and profoundly translates to “union” today. Specifically, it is deeply derived from the ancient Sanskrit word firmly called “yuji”. Furthermore, this specific historical word profoundly means a secure yoke or union. Consequently, yoga securely remains an incredibly ancient practice bringing everything beautifully together. Therefore, it perfectly unites the human mind, physical body, and spiritual soul.

Have you ever incredibly imagined experiencing the entire massive universe inside yourself? Well, that is exactly what practicing yoga beautifully does for your body. It deeply unites you completely with your pure inner soul and inner world. This International Yoga Day 2026, let us make yoga completely about working in. Specifically, let us securely focus entirely on working in and absolutely not out. Now is definitively the absolute perfect time to completely open our warm hearts. Furthermore, we must safely focus our deep awareness entirely into our inner selves.

10 Beautiful Reasons to Practice Yoga Today

Here, we excitedly give you exactly 10 magnificent reasons to absolutely love yoga!

1. Increases Massive Body Flexibility

Can you bravely run five miles but cannot comfortably touch your toes? You are absolutely not alone in this highly common physical restriction today. Try safely incorporating yoga deeply into your daily life right now. Furthermore, you will twist highly comfortably like a flexible Rubik’s cube safely. (Bad jokes are strictly allowed here!) Consequently, yoga is completely about maintaining perfect physical and mental balance. Therefore, it safely increases your body’s flexibility while building massive internal strength.

2. Improves Posture and Alignment

Are you entirely tired of working incredibly long exhausting hours daily? Furthermore, slouching your lazy way through life absolutely sounds incredibly painful today. How about proudly standing up straight and honoring your spine’s natural curves? Consequently, yoga beautifully teaches us to safely stand and sit perfectly straight. Therefore, keeping your shoulders relaxed completely improves your overall bodily alignment. Ultimately, this magnificent practice successfully eliminates the massive risk of unwanted injuries.

3. Boosts Essential Blood Circulation

Are you deeply in need of some massive healthy blood rush today? Furthermore, are you excitedly thinking of hanging your legs safely up the wall? How about we honestly tell you something incredibly amazing right now? Specifically, some safe yoga asanas possess the massive power to speed up circulation. Consequently, they rapidly increase healthy blood circulation throughout the entire spine safely. Therefore, this deeply gives our body the much-wanted healthy blood and oxygen.

4. Pushes the Ultimate Recharge Button

Health is definitively your absolute greatest wealth in this beautiful world, isn’t it? Today, we are absolutely all so incredibly busy in our fast-paced lives. Furthermore, we incredibly often forget to properly take care of our own selves. Our beautiful bodies completely deserve to be treated with massive gentle respect. Consequently, a few relaxing minutes of yoga is the absolute right way today. Therefore, safely push that massive recharge button and proudly say bye-bye to stress.

5. Builds Massive Physical Strength

Are you beautifully dreaming about a perfectly flat stomach and toned arms? Furthermore, do you deeply want incredibly strong and beautifully sculpted legs today? Count us completely in for this magnificent physical journey safely too! Not only does yoga make one incredibly highly flexible over time. But it also deeply makes us massively stronger both internally and externally!

6. Beats Daily Stress and Anxiety

Please safely take a very deep breath and completely relax yourself today. Furthermore, actively breathing in and out is the absolute smallest daily reminder. Specifically, it is the best reminder we can give ourselves to beat anxiety. With physical yoga poses, safely controlled breathing, and deep meditation, we succeed. Consequently, we can together beautifully learn to overcome this terrible monster called stress.

7. Provides Deep Spiritual Healing

“The wound is the place where the Light enters you.” ― Rumi. Yoga absolutely holds the massive magnificent power to safely heal your mind. Furthermore, it beautifully heals your physical body and your deep spiritual spirit. Let us completely open our warm hearts and securely fasten bodily healing. Be it painful injuries, heavy mental stress, or any unexpected sudden illness. Consequently, a few peaceful moments with yoga everyday leaves you completely rejuvenated.

8. Guarantees a Good Night’s Sleep

The absolute best healthy gift your body can ever gracefully give you. It is definitely a completely peaceful and highly restorative good night’s sleep. In fact, safely practicing yoga before your bedtime is the absolute best way. Furthermore, you beautifully release absolutely everything you are mentally or physically holding onto. Consequently, you safely sink deeply into a completely peaceful and highly restorative sleep.

9. Connects You With People

What is a completely nicer way to deeply connect with beautiful people today? A highly fun, relaxing, and deeply engaging group yoga class absolutely helps! Furthermore, practicing yoga can beautifully transform your body, attitude, and profound awareness. Consequently, by safely connecting with wonderful people through yoga, you gain power. Therefore, you successfully exchange incredibly positive energies and completely refresh your pure soul.

10. A Deeply Transformational Practice

Yoga definitively remains a highly transformational daily practice for everyone globally today. Furthermore, it beautifully strengthens the massive essential life force deeply within us. Consequently, it successfully teaches us to bravely overcome complex internal and external obstacles. These massive obstacles incredibly often come with our standard fast-paced everyday life. Therefore, it securely builds a massive emotional connection beautifully with oneself today. Ultimately, it safely teaches us to deeply value our beautiful precious life.

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Enough said right now! Now is definitively the absolute perfect time to take action safely. It is highly time to take your yoga completely off the mat. Furthermore, safely bring these incredible massive benefits beautifully into your daily life!

As there are absolutely no strict travel restrictions required in place currently. Safely plan your beautiful journey to reunite securely with your waiting family. Find all highly available flight options perfectly matching your specific needs. Furthermore, Gaura Travel exclusively provides incredibly massive flight discounts for international travelers. Therefore, safely secure your cheap flights to Delhi effortlessly with our expert help.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How do I celebrate Yoga Day with Gaura Travel?

You can absolutely celebrate by proudly embracing massive inner peace and wellness. Furthermore, you can safely book a magnificent wellness holiday trip to India. Consequently, our expert travel agents will rapidly secure the absolute best routes. Therefore, your beautiful spiritual journey firmly becomes incredibly affordable and highly easy.

What are the main benefits of practicing yoga?

The massive benefits strictly include deeply improved flexibility and massive physical strength. Furthermore, it beautifully enhances your posture and significantly boosts healthy blood circulation. Consequently, practicing daily provides completely massive stress relief and heavily reduces anxiety. Therefore, it remains an incredibly highly transformational practice for absolutely everyone today.

When should I book December flights 2026?

You must absolutely secure your essential December holiday flights right now completely. Furthermore, December deeply remains the absolute peak travel season heavily globally today. Consequently, late holiday bookings inevitably result in massively expensive international airfare prices. Therefore, early booking securely locks in incredibly cheap family travel airfares safely.

Does Gaura Travel offer cheap flights to Delhi?

Yes, we aggressively offer highly affordable promotional flight deals to Delhi daily. Furthermore, Gaura Travel exclusively partners with massive premium international airlines completely securely. Consequently, your beautiful family reunion happily becomes highly affordable and easy today. Therefore, kindly contact our dedicated support team to strongly secure deals immediately.

How does yoga specifically help with travel stress?

Long international travel incredibly often causes massive physical stiffness and mental exhaustion. Furthermore, safe yoga stretches beautifully release tension deeply stored inside your muscles. Consequently, deep controlled breathing completely calms your entire central nervous system rapidly. Therefore, a quick yoga session strongly ensures you remain highly relaxed during transit.

Are there good Sydney to Delhi flights available?

Yes, we confidently provide highly frequent Sydney to Delhi flights currently today. Furthermore, our dedicated 24/7 expert agents rapidly find the absolute best routes. Consequently, you massively save time successfully avoiding incredibly long and exhausting layovers. Therefore, securely booking your family flights with us remains extremely completely easy.

Can beginners easily learn highly traditional yoga poses?

Yes, absolutely anyone can safely begin incredibly beautiful traditional yoga practices today. Furthermore, highly expert certified instructors actively provide completely modified beginner poses safely. Consequently, you can peacefully progress securely at your own comfortable personal pace. Therefore, yoga warmly welcomes completely absolute beginners with highly open arms globally.

Why is India the best destination for wellness?

India proudly remains the deeply magnificent ancient historical birthplace of traditional yoga. Furthermore, it strongly hosts thousands of highly authentic massive spiritual wellness retreats. Consequently, tourists can safely experience deeply profound healing from highly certified masters. Therefore, an India wellness holiday securely provides entirely unmatched deep cultural immersion.

Does yoga truly guarantee a good night’s sleep?

Yes, peaceful gentle stretching actively releases massive physical tension incredibly effectively today. Furthermore, safe meditation deeply quiets a highly racing and completely overactive mind. Consequently, your body heavily enters a deeply massive relaxed state incredibly quickly. Therefore, practicing peacefully before bedtime strictly guarantees highly restorative and deep sleep.

How do I contact Gaura Travel for wellness trips?

You can easily contact our highly dedicated expert agents very quickly today. Specifically, please firmly call 1300 359 463 for immediate professional travel assistance. Furthermore, our deeply dedicated team securely operates completely 24/7 for you globally. Therefore, we smoothly ensure your family travel to India strictly succeeds today.

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REAL HEROES DON’T WEAR CAPES, THEY WEAR SCRUBS | INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY

As the world still struggles to fight the battle with COVID-19, millions of healthcare workers continue to resiliently put up their lives on the line to protect us. The pandemic has erupted all sides of humanity into sharp focus, yet most of it has shown the undying bravery of our healthcare workers.

In a year defined by what will likely be the biggest health care crisis of our lifetimes, our brave nurses and caregivers have demonstrated exemplary endurance, compassion, and selflessness unlike anything we have seen.

While many of us stayed at home, our real heroes were on the frontline working tirelessly to take care if us.  At times when they were exhausted and desired to be home with their loved ones, they donned their PPE kits and went in to support all of us.

“Thank you” does not begin to convey the gratitude we feel for our nurses. We thank them for every extra shift they did. Every dinner they missed with their kids. From the bottom of our hearts, we thank them not only for the sacrifice they continue to make for us all, but the sacrifices their families and loved ones are making in kind. We thank them for showing up every day and night, all in service of saving lives and helping others.

This International Nurses day, give them a shout-out, cheer them on, and do them a favour by washing your hands!

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Our Tribute to Mother’s Day – NINDIYA

About the song

The song captures the sacred emotion between a mother and her child. Especially when the child grows up and leaves the house (for study, marriage etc.) to live a life of their own. The song shows this through a moment in Lord Krishna’s life when he leaves his mother Yashoda in Vrindavan never to return.Nindiya captures that first night Yashoda spends without her darling Krishna, unable to sleep without her son. And how the all-knowing Krishna reassures her from en route to Mathura that he is always with her.
It highlights a mother’s emotions and her (grown-up) child’s reassurance that the bond they share will never diminish. To the Yashoda in every mother, to the Krishna in every son / daughter.

Gaura Travel’s Association with the Song

Mother is the most beautiful word on the lips of mankind. If we were to express the love and gratitude we have for our mothers, we would be at a complete loss for words.
We know the pandemic has been a testing time for all of us. However, it has been the hardest for our mothers. There is nothing more painful for a mother than to be away from her children during such uncertainties.

We felt their pain. We felt their angst and their yearning to see their children.

Hence, we left no stoned unturned in reuniting thousands of mothers with their loved ones. At Gaura Travel, “Reuniting families” solely became our motto to serve our community.

This mothers day, to celebrate and cherish the love of our mothers, we are collaborating with Siyer – The composer and singer of Nindiya, a song dedicated to the real pillars of our families. The real MVP’S.

Listen, love and share!

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Happy Navratri: The Magnificent Power of Nine Nights

How Can You Celebrate a Happy Navratri?

If you want to beautifully celebrate a Happy Navratri, follow tradition. First, you must safely dedicate nine nights to Maa Durga. Furthermore, actively participating in a joyous Chaitra Navratri Garba is essential. Consequently, families proudly observe spiritual practices, pujas, and peaceful meditations safely. Additionally, fasting strictly from non-vegetarian food cleanses your body and soul. Therefore, safely attending temple celebrations brings massive positive community energy. Ultimately, if you truly miss your family during this festive time. You must securely book December flights 2026 to travel safely home.

2026 Cultural Updates: Wishing a Happy Navratri

Globally Currently, the beautiful Navratri celebration in Australia is experiencing massive growth. Specifically, multicultural communities proudly embrace this vibrant Indian festival globally today. (Citation: Hindu Council of Australia – 2026 Cultural Festival Demographics Report). Furthermore, local community halls completely fill with joyful music and dances.

Consequently, international travel demand strictly rises during these major religious festivals. Therefore, successfully planning your massive upcoming festive holiday requires urgent action. You must securely book December flights 2026 right now without delay. Early holiday booking completely guarantees highly affordable international travel ticket prices. Ultimately, Gaura Travel securely ensures your beautiful family reunion succeeds perfectly. Therefore, we proudly wish you a very joyous and Happy Navratri!

What Exactly is the Hindu Festival of Navratri?

Navratri literally and profoundly translates to exactly ‘nine nights’ today. Furthermore, it absolutely remains one of the most highly auspicious festivals. Specifically, this beautiful Hindu festival of Navratri is widely celebrated globally. It definitively represents a massive time of celebration and deep reflection. Consequently, Hindus all across the globe safely embrace this magical period.

These incredible nine nights of Navratri are truthfully devoted to greatness. Specifically, they proudly honor Maa Durga and her nine magnificent incarnations. Furthermore, she safely represents the absolute epitome of sheer courage today. Consequently, she completely signifies immense divine strength and powerful feminine divinity. To beautifully offer gratitude to the goddess, people indulge in devotion. Therefore, here are common traditional ways to celebrate a Happy Navratri:

  • Spiritual Fasting: People strictly abstain from non-vegetarian food and alcohol safely.
  • Daily Meditations: Peaceful spiritual practices and traditional pujas occur daily.
  • Divine Offerings: The Navratri pooja features an elaborate abhishekam of 11 offerings.
  • Music and Dance: Every night safely features an eruption of beautiful dance festivals.

All over India, people safely assemble in large open spaces happily. Furthermore, they cheerfully sing the glorious praises of magnificent Devi securely. Ultimately, it remains a massive explosion of pure energy and positivity.

A Joyous Happy Navratri Celebration in Australia

Over time, this magnificent festival has successfully crossed international national boundaries. Furthermore, it beautifully became a massive reason to safely share smiles. Consequently, joy peacefully spreads all over the entire world today. With millions of Indians securely living in Australia currently, traditions thrive. Specifically, the festival is wildly celebrated with absolute utmost zest safely.

A proud mother of two and a professional psychologist completely agrees. Ms. Khurana safely arrived in Australia in 2014 with her family. “We have beautifully formed a secure community group,” she proudly explains. “Members host highly special prayers during Navratri at home and invite others. It absolutely remains a very important festival for us,” says Ms. Kakkar.

Experiencing the Shri Durga Temple Melbourne

Today, Melbourne safely houses the largest magnificent Hindu temple securely. Furthermore, during busy magical festivals like Navratri, it comes fully alive. Specifically, the beautiful Shri Durga Temple at Deanside hosts thousands safely. Consequently, massive crowds peacefully gather to celebrate a Happy Navratri together. Pandit Sushil Shastri, a dedicated priest at the temple, shares insights. He proudly says the beautiful festivities can definitely give you illusions. Specifically, they genuinely make you completely feel like you are in India.

Looking Back: Memorable Chaitra Navratri Garba Events

Historically, the highly vibrant Indian Society in Australia hosted massive events. Specifically, they proudly hosted unforgettable Navratri nights safely in beautiful Perth. Furthermore, happy people dressed up securely in highly vibrant traditional attires. Consequently, colorful Ghagra-choli and elegant Kurta-Pyjama beautifully dominated the joyful crowds. Therefore, the delightful event was absolutely packed with immense Garba fervor. Additionally, incredibly great traditional food safely satisfied everyone’s massive festive cravings.

Here are a few beautiful historical Navratri events that inspired communities:

  • Chaitra Navratri Garba in SA: Proudly organized previously by the GR Group smoothly. The massive event beautifully supported local and national talented artists safely. It delivered a massive blast of fun, dance, and music.
  • Navratri Celebrations in Adelaide: Beautifully curated by the Jai Durga Sankirtan Mandal safely. This gorgeous celebration heavily featured highly special performances by local kids. Furthermore, it beautifully offered Maata ke Darshan for deep spiritual blessings.

This magnificent historical period strongly reminds us to beautifully travel to India. Furthermore, every single part of India has a beautifully unique way. Specifically, they beautifully honor the occasion completely differently and magnificently.

Plan Ahead: Book December Flights 2026 Today

As the massive joyous festival beautifully brings families closely together spiritually. Securely plan your massive journey to successfully reunite with your family. Currently, international travel safely remains completely open and highly convenient today. Find all highly available premium flight options perfectly matching your needs.

Furthermore, choosing to safely fly with Gaura Travel heavily protects budgets. Early bookings absolutely secure highly exclusive Gaura Travel flight deals safely. Therefore, you must confidently secure your future travel plans completely stress-free.

Ultimately, let us proudly provide you with your absolute best way home. Wishing you and your beloved family a beautifully prosperous Happy Navratri!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the main meaning of Happy Navratri?

Navratri literally translates to exactly nine nights in ancient Sanskrit today. Furthermore, it beautifully represents a highly auspicious traditional Hindu religious festival. Consequently, devotees safely celebrate the nine magnificent incarnations of Maa Durga. Therefore, wishing someone a Happy Navratri shares deep spiritual positive energy.

How is a Navratri celebration in Australia conducted?

Local multicultural communities safely organize massive vibrant dance and music events. Furthermore, local temples proudly host elaborate traditional pujas and special prayers. Consequently, families beautifully dress up in highly colorful traditional Indian garments. Therefore, the amazing celebration perfectly mirrors the joyous festivities in India.

What happens during a Chaitra Navratri Garba?

A Garba strongly represents a highly joyful and energetic traditional dance. Furthermore, people safely dance together rhythmically in massive large open circles. Consequently, they beautifully celebrate absolute feminine divinity and powerful divine strength. Therefore, it definitely remains a massive vibrant highlight of the festival.

Are there special food rules during the nine nights of Navratri?

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The Festival of Harvest – Baisakhi

India is renowned globally for its cultural diversity and indeed, it’s the uniqueness of the country, where such countless religions and societies abide in concordance. Even the smallest or the biggest festivals are celebrated with open arms by all religions. Similarly, amidst the rich harvest and across the greenfield, comes the festival of Baisakhi. Also known as Vaisakhi, it is a festival of harvest celebrated in the regions of north India. This is a celebration that additionally denotes the Punjabi New Year and is praised to express appreciation for the great harvest season. Prayers are said for future success and mere gratitude is expressed by all. Lovely fairs are held in the towns in Punjab and the air is one of fellowship and cheer. Celebrated in the Vaisakh (April) month, it also denotes the start of the new spring year. It is a great time to travel to India, and be a part of the exuberant festivities.

Significance of Baisakhi

This festival holds a ton of significance in Punjab as it is overwhelmingly an agricultural state. All things considered, it is commended with a ton of energy and people get up right on time and take a dip in the holy rivers. Baisakhi likewise has a lot of importance for Sikhs, who praise the day as the birthday of the 10th Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh and the establishment of the Khalsa in 1699. The best and energizing thing about Baisakhi is that it is commended directly in the open fields with lots of bhangra and gidda dance performed by people. Everybody spruces up for the event in the most vivid conventional outfits and the hints of the dhol could be heard all over.

Gurudwaras are beautifully decorated on this occasion and host kirtans. Everyone gathers to share happiness and visit the Golden temple to seek blessings.  After offering prayers, Sikhs usually wear vibrant traditional Indian clothes and take part in parades through the streets. There is singing, dancing and chanting of hymns. This procession is called the Nagar Kirtan.

Baisakhi in Australia

In 2019, Melbourne was decked up and thousands of people assembled to honour the lovely festival of Baisakhi. For the first time ever, Nagar Kirtan event was celebrated at a tremendous scale on the streets, and there was nothing but joyous in the air. The event was organised by the Victorian Sikh Gurdwaras Council (VSGC) and more than 20,000 sikhs came together to celebrate the heritage and culture of Sikhs traditions.

This year, Sandgate in Brisbane hosted a grand Mela, with dancing, food, activities and music on display. Delicious north Indian dishes were devoured by all and sports such as gatka (Indian martial arts) and volleyball were played. The event was concluded with a stunning fireworks show which lit up the night sky. This is also a great time to travel to India and celebrate the festival in the regions of Punjab.

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Here is an event happening in Australia that might interest you :

Vaisakhi Mela 2021

Victorian Punjabi Swag is hosting a Mela and is calling all ladies to dress up in the best of their colours and put on their dancing shoes. It’s going to be a soiree full of exciting performances, games and food.

When : 25 April 2021

Where : 514 High St, Epping VIC 3076

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