After the Chinese New Year, the Hindu holiday Kavadi follows. This is one of the most interesting and distinctive festivals on the island. It is dedicated to the holy mountain, which is symbolized by a bowl filled with milk and decorated with flowers (made of metal, wood or plastic). "Kavadi" is how they are called. These bowls are fastened to people's backs with needles, after which they go to the sacred statue in the city and present kavadis as a gift. At this time, initiates walk on hot coals. It will surely become a pleasant memory for those who've never seen anything like this.
At the end of February or the beginning of March, it is time for another Hindu holiday, namely Maha Shivaratri. It is held in honor of the god Shiva. It is presented water previously collected in the sacred lake Ganga Talao in one of the Shiva shrines. Usually, this is the main Shiva temple located in Grand Bay. In addition, tradition requires washing with the same water from Ganga Talao, which happens early in the morning. It cannot do without a fair that opens on this day and offers many entertaining gizmos.
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