Category Archives: Festivals/National Celebrations in Mauritius

Celebrations of festivals in Mauritius

Navratri Day 7

By | October 16, 2018

The seventh day of Navratri is dedicated to Goddess Kaalratri. Goddess Kalaratri rides a donkey and is considered the most aggressive and destructive manifestation of Durga. In spite of her fiery disposition, she blesses her devotees with whatever they seek from her. Worshipping her eliminates the malefic effects of planets in one’s life, ushers happiness… Read More: Navratri Day 7 »

Navratri Day 6 – Katyayani Maata

By | October 15, 2018

The sixth day of Navratri is dedicated to Goddess Katyayani. Goddess Katyayani is revered on the sixth day of Navratri. There is an interesting story behind the birth of Katyayani. Sage Kaatyaavana was an ardent devotee of Goddess Durga. Impressed with his devotion and adulation, Goddess Durga granted the sage`s wish of becoming a father… Read More: Navratri Day 6 – Katyayani Maata »

Durga Puja in Mauritius – Navratri Day 5 – Skandamaata

By | October 14, 2018

The fifth day of Navratri is dedicated to Goddess Skandamata. Moksha or salvation can be achieved by worshipping Skanda Mata. She is represented with four arms, seated on a lion. Since her son Karthikeya is also known by the name of Skanda she is known as Skanda Mata, the mother of Skanda. A person who… Read More: Durga Puja in Mauritius – Navratri Day 5 – Skandamaata »