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Celebrations can be seen all over the country during Navratri, but West Bengal's Durga Puja is famous across the world. Just as grand pandals are seen in Maharashtra during Ganesh Chaturthi, similarly the Durga Puja pandals of Bengal show unique grandeur. If you are planning to visit Bengal during this Navratri, make sure to check out some of these Durga Puja pandals, where you will also get a chance to see the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.
Sreebhoomi Sporting Club Pandal: Sreebhoomi Sporting Club in Bengal has been setting up Durga Puja pandals for more than 50 years. Every year, they create a unique theme for their pandal and the grandeur of their creations is a sight to behold.
Durga Puja will be a special sight in 66 parishes: In a historic step, this year in 66 parishes of Kolkata, women will conduct Durga Puja instead of male priests. This significant change acknowledges women's empowerment and celebrates the spirit of Navratri as a festival of women's power.
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Ram Mandir: This year, the Santosh Mitra Square Durga Puja pandal of Kolkata will be based on the theme of Lord Ram. Along with Maa Durga, the pandal will also have Lord Ram, Mata Sita, Lakshman, and Lord Hanuman. So, if you want an experience reminiscent of Ayodhya, do visit this pandal.
Baghbazar Pandal: Baghbazar Durga Puja Pandal in Kolkata is known for its grandeur and attracts huge crowds. If you are visiting Bengal during Durga Puja, do visit this pandal. It is located near the Baghbazar Launch Ghat, close to the Circular Railway Station.
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Baguiati, Bandumahal Club: The Durga Puja pandal of Ballygunge Club, Baguiati is famous for its grandeur. They decorate Maa Durga with golden eyes and do intricate embroidery on her saree with gold thread. Along with special events, they also organize a fair.
