write a letter to your pen- friend in Russia about the grand festival of Durga Puja in west bengal
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Russia
5-10-2021
Dear Priyanka,
I just received your letter yesterday and it was so good to hear from you after so long. I am also in a very happy mood as the festive season is beginning here in Kolkata.
Durga puja is the biggest festival in Kolkata and it spans around seven days. My city has already started decorating itself with lights and canopies. It looks beautiful. The rituals of Durga puja begin with Mahalaya which is known as the commencement of the goddess Durga’s arrival. We start pandal hopping from Sasthi.
Numerous pandals are set up for the puja with various themes and innovative ideas. Many food stalls, balloon shops and other things surround the pandal ground. We all buy new clothes for every single day of the puja. We enjoyed it a lot on those days. Dashami, the last day of the puja, marks the immersion of the idol in the holy Ganges.
It would be great if you could visit Kolkata during durga puja. I am sure you will have a completely unique experience here. Take care.
Yours loving friend,
Trisha