Oct 30, 2023
By: Ayush Mehrotra & Shagun Chaudhary
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Known for its rich cultural heritage, Jaipur is one of the earliest cities to see the moon. Women gather on rooftops, offering prayers and performing the traditional rituals. As the moon appears over the Pink City, their fasts are broken, and celebrations begin.
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The capital city of India, Delhi, witnesses the moon shortly after Jaipur. Women in Delhi, draped in beautiful red sarees and adorned with jewelry, gather together on terraces, eagerly awaiting the moon's appearance.
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Famous for the iconic Taj Mahal, Agra celebrates Karva Chauth with grandeur. As the sun sets over the city, married women prepare to break their fast at the sight of the moon, just like their counterparts in other parts of North India.
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In Chandigarh, Karva Chauth is a significant and joyful occasion. Women, beautifully dressed, come together to witness the moonrise, marking the end of their day-long fast with the traditional rituals.
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The city of Nawabs, Lucknow, embraces Karva Chauth with enthusiasm. Married women dress in traditional attire and gather on terraces or gardens to catch a glimpse of the moon.
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Known for its majestic forts and palaces, Jodhpur adds a royal touch to Karva Chauth celebrations. Women clad in vibrant Rajasthani attire await the moonrise against the backdrop of the city's historical architecture.
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The spiritual and cultural hub of Punjab, Amritsar, witnesses the moon's appearance, and the Golden Temple complex often becomes a place of congregation for married women performing Karva Chauth rituals.
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