Dusshera or Vijayadashami, a festival that symbolises the victory of good over evil, is celebrated every year with traditional fervor, devotion and gaiety.
Dussehra is one of the most significant festivals in the Hindu calendar, celebrating the victory of good over evil. It commemorates the day when Lord Rama, an incarnation of the god Vishnu, defeated the demon king Ravana.
According to the epic Ramayana, Ravana abducted Rama's beloved wife, Sita, leading to a fierce battle in Lanka. With the help of his loyal army of monkeys, led by Hanuman, and his brother Lakshmana, Rama waged a war against Ravana's forces. After a prolonged battle, it was on the tenth day that Rama, using a special arrow, vanquished Ravana. This day came to be known as Dussehra, with "Dus" indicating ten and "Hara" meaning defeat. Across India, massive effigies of Ravana, along with his kin Meghnada and Kumbhakarna, are constructed. As night falls, these effigies are filled with firecrackers and set ablaze, symbolizing the destruction of evil. The burning serves as a vivid visual reminder of the power of righteousness. For many, Dussehra also marks the end of the nine-day festival of Navratri, culminating in this grand day of celebration.
Dimensions:
Individual puzzle piece size - 8.46cm x 6.43cm
Puzzle size post completion - 30.5cm x 22cm
