Mangalore Dasara

Mangalore Dasara is a vibrant annual festival celebrated in Mangalore, Karnataka, lasting about ten days. It honors the goddess Durga with elaborate rituals, cultural performances, processions, and fairs. The festival features beautifully decorated statues of Durga and her entourage, along with traditional music, dance, and community feasts. It symbolizes the victory of good over evil and fosters cultural unity. Mangalore Dasara blends religious devotion with social celebrations, attracting locals and visitors alike, and serves as an important cultural highlight in the region's religious and social calendar.