Sri-Ramnavami, dedicated to the memory of Lord Rama, occurs on the ninth day (navami). The festival commemorates the birth of Rama who is remembered for his prosperous and righteous reign known as Ramrajya, associated with a period of peace and prosperity.
Ramnavami occurs in the month of March. Celebrations begin with a prayer to the Sun early in the morning.
Ramnavami is celebrated with enthusiasm all over India. In Maharashtra on the day of Ramnavami Jhakhis walk through the streets. There are many persons portrayed as Ram, Lakshman and sita. And many more portraying various hindu Gods and Goddess.
Sri-Ramnavami, dedicated to the memory of Lord Rama, occurs on the ninth day (navami). The festival commemorates the birth of Rama who is remembered for his prosperous and righteous reign known as Ramrajya, associated with a period of peace and prosperity.
Ramnavami occurs in the month of March. Celebrations begin with a prayer to the Sun early in the morning.
Ramnavami is celebrated with enthusiasm all over India. In Maharashtra on the day of Ramnavami Jhakhis walk through the streets. There are many persons portrayed as Ram, Lakshman and sita. And many more portraying various hindu Gods and Goddess.
A big crowd throng the sides of the streets to see this great art of portrayal.