Bathukamma: A Cultural Celebration of Telangana
Bathukamma is a celebration of life and a significant part of Telangana's cultural renaissance, particularly cherished by women. This festival, recognized as the state festival, symbolizes Telangana's cultural identity and pays homage to nature. Celebrated for 9 days during Navarathris, Bathukamma commences with region-specific colorful flowers and concludes in a water body. The festival, honoring goddess Gouri, is a prayer for prosperity and good health.
Bathukamma embodies the profound connection between earth, water, and humanity. Women craft the deity of Gowri, known as "boddemma," alongside Bathukamma, placed atop conical flower arrangements representing life and eternity. This grand cultural event, marked by vibrant colors and various local flowers, showcases the beauty of the region during monsoon season.
