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But there is another deity whom we bid farewell to. She is the mighty and powerful Goddess Durga and today is the day she is immersed. So what is the story behind the Goddess?

Check out this link to see a beautifully illustrated story of Durga and Mahisasura.

http://www.indianwomenblog.org/check-adorable-story-series-durga-mahishasur-kids/

And now that you know so much about the goddess, we have got you a step by step craft to make today. How about making a Durga Mask? Follow the pictures below and make your own beautiful creation – all you need is some coloured paper, scissors and glue. So what are you waiting for?

      The black circles in the eyes can be cut up with the help of an adult so that you can see when you are wearing the mask. And don’t forget to tie an elastic band or a ribbon behind the ears to help you tie the mask to your head.

Happy Dussehra to all.

Navratri – Nine Nights

#Navratri is nine nights of dancing the ‘garba’, worshipping the #goddesses that represent ‘Sakti’ or female energy with #marigold garlands, and finally burning the evil – represented by Ravana. It marks the battle between good and evil and the ten days of battle between Lord Rama and #Ravana, which ended with the death of the mighty king Ravana. Have you ever wondered why we always garland our…