How To Celebrate Durga Puja Festival In Kolkata?
I just want to know How to celebrate durga puja festival in kolkata? why its so famous in Kolkata?
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In West Bengal, Durga Puja is a festival celebrated with zeal and enthusiasm. The preparations for the festival start a week before and ends by putting the idols of the goddess. The preparation are as fascinating as the festival itself as the entire city gears uo and wears a look of eagerness and excitement as it prepares itself to welcome Goddess home. The festival marks the victory of goddess Durga against the shape shifting asura, Manicure in her battle. Hence the festival epitomizes the victory of good over evil.
The festival is celebrated by all people in the state. Each and every one wears new clothes and go for pandal hopping. The exchange of gifts take place among the friends, colleagues and well wishers. The pandals are designed and decorated according to various themes and cultures. Durga Puja is a fine example of the rich culture, heritage and liveliness of the state.