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	Dussehra Festival - Vijayadashmi Dussera Festival
		Vijayadashami as Dussehra is also known, celebrates the homecoming of Lord Rama the hero of the epic Ramayana, after he rescued his wife Sita from Ravana, the king of Lanka.
		Dussehra is the day, when Rama killed Ravana and won back his wife (Hence also called Vijayadashmi) who had managed to save her honor from the dirty hands of Ravana and was waiting anxiously to meet her husband.
		Dussehra is also reminiscent of the end of the exile and banishment of the Pandava princes in the epic Mahabharata and their return with their weapons to reclaim their kingdom.
	www.rudraksha-ratna.com /dussehra.html (521 words)

	Festivals - Dussehra or Durga Puja
		Dussehra is celebrated at the end of Navaratri, a nine-day festival.
		Images of Durga are worshipped during the Navaratri festival and stories related to the goddess and to the conquest of good over evil are told.
		The evening of Dussehra sees the burning of the colorful effigies of Ravana, complete with 10 heads and curling moustaches, and those of his son and brother.
	library.thinkquest.org /11372/data/dussehra.htm (206 words)

	Dussehra celebrated with gusto : HindustanTimes.com (Site not responding. Last check: )
		In Mysore, the Dussehra festival concluded on a high note as the famous jamboo savari, or elephant procession, passed through the decorated streets from the royal palace in the heart of Karnataka's cultural capital with pomp and pageantry.
		The tradition of a grand finale to the Dussehra festivities dates back to the Vijayanagara empire in the 13th century and was later followed by the Wadiyars of the erstwhile Mysore kingdom.
		According to the Wadiyars, the Nada Habba, or the Dussehra fest, is not a mere 10-day affair but a way of life, reflecting the cultural ethos of the 60 million Kannadigas and marking the triumph of good over evil in a festive atmosphere.
	www.hindustantimes.com /news/181_1811303,0008.htm (1035 words)

	sai_pranam (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Dussehra is one of the significant Hindu festivals, celebrated with much fan and fare in the entire country.
		Dussehra is also reminiscent of the end of the exile and banishment of the Pandava princes in the Mahabharata and their return with their weapons to reclaim their kingdom.
		Dussehra teaches us the efficacy of an ideal life and reminds us the instance of Ravana, who was a great scholar and staunch devotee of Lord Shiva, but in spite of his dedication, might and majesty, his ego, evil nature, thoughts and action destroyed him.
	www.saisamachar.com /saipranaam/oct02/dusshera.htm (1213 words)

	Seasons India :: Dussehra - A Hindu Festival
		Dussehra (tenth day) is one of the significant Hindu festivals, celebrated with much joie de vivre in the entire country.
		Dussehra festival is also celebrated with intense fervour and zest, in West Bengal and Bengalis nationwide, in the form of Durga Puja.
		The Dussehra of Mysore, is also quite famous where caparisoned elephants lead a colourful procession through the gaily dressed streets of the city.
	www.seasonsindia.com /art_culture/fes_dussehra_sea.htm (776 words)

	zeenews.com » special » dussehra 2006 (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Dussehra is observed by the Raj family with great importance for ten days, during which period the arms gifted by their family Goddess are worshipped.
		If you think Dussehra or Vijay Dashmi in India is all about staging Ramlila, burning effigies of Ravana, Kumbhkarana and Meghnath, then you must visit Devbhoomi Kullu- (in Himachal Pradesh) to witness the celebration of the wonderful festival in a unique style.
		Kullu Dussehra is a festival with a difference, a must watch for all at least once in a lifetime.
	www.zeenews.com /dussehra/regional_celebrations.html (1833 words)

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		Dussehra or Vijay Dashmi is celebrated with great joy and festivity for 10 continuous days during the month of September or October.
		Dussehra celebrates Lord Ram's victory over ten-headed Ravana, the evil king of Lanka who abducted Rama's wife, Sita, and was subsequently vanquished in battle.
		In Bengal, Dussehra is celebrated as Durga Puja, the Goddess Durga being the consort of Lord Shiva.
	www.tourismofindia.com /exi/dussehra.htm (363 words)

	Dussehra - Victory of Good over Evil
		Dussehra is celebrated as the day of Rama's victory over king Ravana, the 10-headed demon king of Lanka who had abducted Rama’s wife, Sita.
		Rama, who was a devout believer of Durga, the Goddess of War, prayed to her for the first nine days of battle and killed the evil Ravana on the 10th day along, with his brother Lakshman follower Hanuman, and an army of monkeys fought a great battle to rescue his lovely wife Sita.
		Dussehra is celebrated with pomp and pageantry reminiscent of medieval times.
	www.truthstar.com /articles/dussehra.asp (848 words)

	Indian Festivals
		Kullu Dussehra is not exactly related to the Holy Epic Ramayana rather its a homage paid to their God Raghunathji.
		The chariot of Raghunathji is taken near the bank of the River Beas on the last day of the festival where a pile of wood and grass is set on fire symbolizes the burning of Lanka and is followed by the sacrifice of chosen animals.
		On the day of Dussehra, a procession of caparisoned elephants carrying the idol of goddess Chamundi is taken through the city is a treat to your eyes.
	www.suitablematch.com /festivals/dussehra.asp (616 words)

	Dussehra,Dussehra Festival,Dusshera Festival,Dusshera in India,Festival of India,Dussera,Vijayadashmi
		Dussehra commences both the victory of the warrior Goddess Durga (consort of Shiva) over the buffalo demon, Mahishasura, and that of Rama (an incarnation of Lord Vishnu), over Ravana, the ten-headed king of Lanka, who had abducted Rama's wife, Sita.
		Not to be outdone is the Dussehra celebrations of Kullu, nestles in the lap of Himalayas.
		The festivities begin nearly 10 days in advance and as per tradition, Gods and Goddesses along with their followers of musicians and attendants descend from the neighbouring peaks on the relatively flatter Kullu to make merry and attend the durbar of Lord Raghunath, who was brought from Ayodhya, nearly 300 years ago.
	www.indiantravelportal.com /festivals/dusshera.html (601 words)

	Kullu Dussehra
		Like every year, this year too the Kullu Dussehra festival has attracted a large number of domestic and international tourists who lined up on both sides of the Dhalpur grounds to witness the colourful celebrations.
		The history of Kullu Dussehra dates back to the 17th century when the local King Jaganand installed an idol of Raghunath on his throne as a mark of penance.
		The week-long Kullu Dussehra festival ends with the sacrifice of a buffalo, a rooster, a lamb, a fish and a crab.
	www.indiatraveltimes.com /festivals/kullu.html (336 words)

	Dussehra (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Dussehra or Vijaya Dashmi is one of the most popular Hindu festivals celebrated with joie de vivre across India.
		The festival of Dussehra is the principle celebration in many parts of the country.
		Dussehra means the Tenth Day, being the 10th day of the bright half of Ashvin.
	www.shoghi.co.in /dussehra.html (278 words)

	Karnataka Festivals, Festivals of Karnataka, Dussehra Festival, Dance Festival (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Dussehra is the main Hindu festival of Karnataka.
		Dussehra was celebrated for about ten days with extravagance by the rulers of Vijayanagar Empire.
		In Mysore, Dussehra is celebrated as State festival and also known as 'Nadahabba', because of the special initiation taken by the Royal Family of Mysore in the festival celebrations.
	www.indovacations.net /english/KarnatakaFestival.htm (769 words)

	Indian Festival - Dussehra (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Dussehra means the Tenth Day, being the 10th day of the bright half of Ashvin.
		Dussehra marked the beginning of the war season.
		After one year he returned from the forest and on Dussehra day he took again his weapons and worshipped the shami tree and the weapons.
	www.astroshastra.com /festival/dussehra.asp (664 words)

	Indian Festivals
		Dussehra, also called Vijayadashmi, is celebrated on the tenth day of the bright fortnight in the month of Ashvina and culminates the nine-day Navaratri celebrations.
		The Hindus relive the defeat of Ravana during Dussehra.
		Ramalila, a dance-drama narrating the story of Rama's life according to the Ramayana, is enacted for the nine days preceding Dussehra.
	www.webonautics.com /ethnicindia/festivals/dussehra.html (600 words)

	Dussehra Celebration - Dussehra Festival - Dussehra Festival in India - Dussehra 2006
		Dussehra is regarded one of the most significant and important Hindu festivals, celebrated across the nation with much fervor and gaiety.
		Dussehra is celebrated in Punjab after nine days of fasting during Navratri while Garba dance and music reigns the evenings and nights of Gujarat during the ten days of the festival.
		While in Mysore the festival is celebrated by the famous gala procession of richly bedecked elephants on the brightly lit streets of the city on.
	www.festivalsinindia.net /dussehra/dussehra-celebartion.html (316 words)

	Kids Web India-Dussehra,Dussera,Dasara,Navaratri,Vijaydashami,Durgashtami day,Mahanavami,Bommai Kolu,Saraswathi ...
		The Dussehra of Mysore, as it is popularly known is a
		On the day of Dussehra, a procession of caparisoned elephants carrying the idol of goddess Chamundi is taken through the city.
		Chamudeswari is the family deity of the royal house of Mysore and during Dussehra her idol is taken in procession.
	www.kidswebindia.com /Dussehra.php (1014 words)

	Telugu Portal - Dussehra celebrated with fanfare, Durga idols immersed - India - Latest News (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Coinciding with Dussehra is the last day of Durga Puja, when goddess Durga received a warm farewell from earth as she returned to her celestial abode.
		Amid beating of dhak drums, clashing of cymbals and frenzied dancing of young men and women, hundreds of beautiful images of Durga and her pantheon were immersed in the river Yamuna.
		Dussehra followed the culmination of the nine-day festival of Navaratri, commemorating the goddess' victory over buffalo-ridden demon Mahishasura.
	www.teluguportal.net /modules/news/article.php?storyid=15997 (464 words)

	Tata Group \| Media releases \| Celebrate the grandeur of Dussehra with Tanishq jewellery
		Dussehra signifies the victory of good over evil and Dussehra is considered the most auspicious day to start new ventures.
		Tanishq jewellery for Dussehra consists of designs that have a timeless allure where tradition and modernity beautifully combine to appeal to a woman's desire.
		This Dussehra, we wish to be a part of the celebrations by offering a range of jewellery aptly designed to match the spirit and magnificence of the occasion," said Rupal Sheth, assistant brand manager, Tanishq.
	www.tata.com /titan/releases/20051007_dussehra.htm (256 words)

	Welcome to Dal Sabzi for Aatman : Dussehra
		Sri Ram was a great believer in the powers of Goddesss Durga, and He prayed to Her for nine days before He Himself entered the battlefield on the 10th day.
		So Dussehra is the day in which the 10 facets of Evil were destroyed.
		The most important point to remember is that, Dussehra is celebrated all over India as a symbol of victory over evil.
	www.dalsabzi.com /Books/kids_kahaani/Festivals/dussehra.htm (519 words)

	Webindia123.com - Festivals- Dussehra
		Dussehra falling on the last day of Navaratri or Durga puja arrives in the month of October.
		In Himachal Pradesh, a week -long fair in the hill town of Kullu, is a part of the Dussehra celebrations.
		From the little temples in the hills, deities are brought in procession to the 'maidan' in Kullu, to pay homage to the reigning deity, Raghunathji.
	www.webindia123.com /festival/oct/duss.htm (214 words)

	Dussehara Greetings, Vijaya Dashami Cards, Online Durga Puja eCards
		Dussehra (tenth day) is one of the significant Hindu festivals, celebrated with much enthusiasm and fervor in the entire country.
		In Northern India, the festival wears the colorful garb of Ramlila where the various incidents from Rama's life are enacted, such as the destruction of Ravana and Bharat Milap, that is the reunion of Ram and his estranged brother Bharat, on the former's return to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile.
		The Dussehra of Mysore, is also quite famous where caparisoned elephants lead a colorful procession through the gaily dressed streets of the city.
	www.usagreetings.com /html/dussehra/dussehra.html (367 words)

	Durga Puja & Dussehra Festival
		The Bengali version of Dussehra, Durga Puja is, as its name suggests, dedicated to the worship of West Bengals most beloved deity- the goddess Durga, the embodiment of all feminine virtues.
		Dussehra or Vijay Dashmi is a very popular Hindu Festival, celebrated with éclat throughout the country...
		Dussehra festival held at Mysore, is one of India's most colorful phenomena.
	www.jaytravelindia.com /indian_festival/durga_puja_dasse.html (663 words)

	Kulu Dussehra, Raghunathji, Kulu valley, Vijaya Dashmi, India and Himachal festivals, fairs
		The delay could be a deliberate step, calculated to permit people from the plains time enough to join the Dussehra fair and generally provide a fillip to local trade.
		Dussehra is traditionally celebrated on the spacious, grassy, deodar lined Dhalpur maidan in Kulu town and lasts a total of seven days.
		But basically th eKulu Dussehra is one vast social gathering where people meet old friends and relatives Romances are born and marriages are arranged.
	www.indiaprofile.com /fairs-festivals/kulu-dussehra.htm (1348 words)

	Indian Festivals: Dussehra (Vijayadashami) Durga Pooja (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Dussehra is observed on the last day of Navaratri or Durga puja and it falls on the tenth day of the bright half of Ashvina (September-October).
		During the nine days preceding Dussehra (the Navratri), Ramlila, an enactment of the life of Lord Rama which is based on the epic story of the Ramayana, is staged at various places in most of the cities, towns and villages in northern India.
		Vijayadashami is an auspicious occasion for children to commence their education in classical dance and music, and to pay homage to their teachers.
	www.indisamaj.com /bhakti/Festivals/Dussehra.html (566 words)

	Deepestfeelings: Dussehra Cards
		Have a wonderful time sending out Dussehra greetings to all your loved ones and friends and collect your blessings of love and peace.
		Spread the spirit of Dussehra among ur friends/ family/ loved ones with these elegant ecards.
		Reach out to your family/ relatives/ friends/ dear ones who are away on Dussehra with these warm 'n touching ecards.
	www.deepestfeelings.com /holidays/dussehra/index.shtml (172 words)

	Dussehra (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Dussehra, the Indian festival which marks the victory of good over evil, was celebrated with traditional fervor and gaiety across the country Saturday, 7th October 2000, with the jubilation culminating in the evening with spectacular fireworks lighting the blue-grey skies.
		Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee joined the festivities at Ram Lila grounds where effigies of demon king Ravana, his son Meghnath and brother Kumbhakarna were burnt to the merriment of the vast congregation of people there.
		Meanwhile, the world famous week-long Dussehra celebrations began at Kullu, in northern state of Himachal Pradesh, Saturday with the traditional pulling of chariot of Lord Raghunatha, the Presiding Diety of Kullu valley.
	www.goa-world.com /goa/dussehra/index.htm (616 words)

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