Nerotsava
Netrotsava is a festival that takes place the day before the Rath Yatra. It is also known as the "Festival of the Eyes" or Nava Yavana Darshana.
What happens during Netrotsava?
- The eyes of the deities are repainted.
- The festival is performed in the early morning.
- The festival symbolizes the gods' awakening and the rejuvenation of devotees' spirits.
What is the significance of Netrotsava?
The festival signifies the deities' recovery and readiness for the journey.