Thousands of people gather to take part in Navratri celebrations as they dance Garba in India.

Garba originated in the state of Gujarat in India. Traditionally, it is performed during the Navaratri. Either the Garba Lamp or an image of the Goddess, Durga (Amba) is placed in the middle of concentric rings for worshipping the Devi.

Modern garba is heavily influenced by Dandiya Raas, a dance traditionally performed by men. The Garba we see today is a fusion of these two dances. The main types of Garba performed today are Garbi, 2 Taali, 3 Taali, Dodhiyu, Heech, and Fusion Garba.

Women wear Chanya Choli a three-piece dress with a Choli, which is an embroidered and colorful blouse, teamed with chaniya, which is the flared, skirt-like bottom, and dupatta, which is usually worn in the traditional Gujarati manner. Men wear Kediyu (Traditional Kurta) and Dhoti (Traditional Cloth tied around the waist).

The traditional costume of the Garba dancer is red, pink, yellow, orange, and brightly colored Chanya choli with bandhani, Aabhla (big mirrors) and bright heavy laces. They also wear heavy jewelry, such as 2-3 necklaces, sparkling bangles, waist belts and long oxidized earrings.

Devotees fast for 9 days. Each night a unique form of Goddess Durga is worshipped through rituals and Garba dance.

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