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Mark your calendars for October 11 as we gear up to celebrate Nepal: Maha Navami with fervor and gaiety! Known as the most auspicious day of the Dashain festival, Maha Navami commemorates the triumph of good over evil, as it's the day when Goddess Durga is believed to have defeated the tyrant Mahishasura. As the sun rises over the spectacular Himalayas of Nepal, locals and visitors alike immerse themselves in vibrant festivities, engage in traditional rituals, and relish mouthwatering Nepalese delicacies. Maha Navami is not just a religious occasion; it's a heartfelt celebration that instills hope, cheer, and spreads festive vibes all over. Nepal buzzes with energy, optimism, and reverence on this day, so make sure you're part of this spectacular celebration!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Harappa Period</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Origins of Navaratri</div><div class='timeline-text'>The roots of Navaratri and Maha Navami can be traced back to the Harappa period in Indian subcontinent where it was celebrated as a multi-day harvest festival.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>5th Century AD</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Reference in Markandeya Purana</div><div class='timeline-text'>One of the oldest references to Maha Navami can be found in Markandeya Purana where the battle between Durga and Mahishasura is depicted.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1768</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Observance in Unified Nepal</div><div class='timeline-text'>Following the unification of Nepal by King Prithvi Narayan Shah, Maha Navami became a significant part of the Nepalese cultural calendar.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1951</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Public Holiday Establishment</div><div class='timeline-text'>Maha Navami was officially established as a public holiday following the end of the Rana dynasty and introduction of democracy in Nepal.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Celebrations in Modern Times</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1990s, Maha Navami celebrations were modernized with the incorporation of music concerts, fairs and community feasts.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Present Day</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Tourism Boost</div><div class='timeline-text'>Today, Maha Navami attracts a large number of tourists each year contributing significantly to Nepal's tourism industry.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Participate in local rituals</h3><p class='facts-text'>Mingle with the locals, experience their customs and partake in traditional rituals. Offering prayers and making sacrifices to Goddess Durga is a significant part of the Maha Navami celebration.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Taste Nepalese cuisine</h3><p class='facts-text'>Delight your taste buds with delectable Nepalese food, prepared especially for Maha Navami. Relish the special festival dishes like 'Bara', 'Sel Roti', and other festive delicacies.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Join Tika and Jamara ceremony</h3><p class='facts-text'>Be a part of the Tika and Jamara ceremony organized by many Nepalese households during this time. Experience the warmth of Nepalese families as they welcome you into their homes for the ceremony.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Visit local temples</h3><p class='facts-text'>Pay homage to Goddess Durga by visiting local temples. The temples are beautifully decorated and feature musical performances, folk dances, and recitals from ancient literature.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Donate to charitable causes</h3><p class='facts-text'>Embody the festival's essence by defeating the evils of poverty and helplessness. Donate to local charities or help underprivileged children and families during this festival to spread happiness and cheer.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Vibrant and Meaningful Celebrations</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Maha Navami in Nepal is filled with vibrant festivities and traditional rituals. It provides an opportunity for both locals and visitors to immerse in the culture, and narrate the famous story of good triumphing over evil. This festival fosters unity amongst all as they bond over religious stories, rites, and many festivities.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Delicious Nepalese Cuisine</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Maha Navami also brings the joy of relishing special Nepalese delicacies. Locals prepare festive dishes that add even more flavor to the celebrations. For gastronomes and adventurers, this is a great opportunity to delve into authentic Nepalese cuisine.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Community and Charitable Action</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Maha Navami also encourages individuals to giant in charitable deeds. People donate to local charities and help underprivileged children and families. This reflects the spirit of the festival and emphasis on defeating the evils of society such as poverty and mistreatment thereby spreading happiness and cheer within the community.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Maha Navami’s Important Symbol: Kalaratri</h3><p class='facts-content'>On the ninth day, Maha Navami, Goddess Durga is worshipped in the form of Kalaratri, the darkest and most violent form of Goddess Parvati, highlighting her sacrificing nature and relentless fight against evil.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Instrumental Worship</h3><p class='facts-content'>On Maha Navami, it's traditional to worship and bless instruments, machinery, and tools for prosperity and a good harvest in the upcoming year. This ritual acknowledges science and technology as a part of divine creation. </p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Significance of Nine Nights</h3><p class='facts-content'>Navami, which literally means "nine", signifies the nine nights where the battle between Durga and Mahishasura occurred - each night dedicated to the different forms of Goddess Durga.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Sacred Jamara Grass in Maha Navami</h3><p class='facts-content'>A very important symbol in Maha Navami celebrations is the Jamara, a sacred yellow-green barley grass. During the festivity, a pot of the grass will be grown at homes in a purification ritual representing triumph of knowledge and good.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Military Procession, Fulpati</h3><p class='facts-content'>Fulpati, a parade conducted during Maha Navami, is led by the Nepalese military. The procession carries sacred plant cuttings and presents them to the reigning monarch in a grand ceremony, symbolizing harmony between citizens and monarchy.</p></div></div>
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