It isn’t just an event that brings the city of Kolkata to a halt. Durga Puja is a festival that brings people together all across India. The fun, food and the fervour that Durga Puja brings is something that can’t be replicated. The entire city turns into a beautiful dreamland of joy and togetherness. Here are 12 sights you’ll only see during Durga Puja:

3. Durga Puja is one occasion where you witness adults acting like kids.

With fun games and contests like shooting, singing, mimicry and dancing, Durga Puja literally turns the city into a playground for people of all ages!

4. Durga Puja is a Bengali festival but the crowd that takes part in the festivities is as diverse as it can get.

It’s truly wonderful to witness people from different cultures mix and mingle in such a jovial setting!