Unique pandals to look forward to this Durga Puja
What's the story
West Bengal has long been known for its flamboyant, internationally renowned pandals, during Durga Puja, a festival that draws visitors from around the globe in addition to the local populace.
Every year, the planning committees spend months coming up with creative and grand concepts for pandals.
This year is no different, check out some unique themes for 2023.
Theme 1
Pandal honoring the success of Chandrayaan-3
Honoring India's Lunar Success, a puja committee has replicated ISRO's Chandrayaan-3 lunar landing in an impressive display.
Maa Durga can be found on a moon-like terrain, seated in a model lunar lander.
The father of an ISRO scientist involved with the project will inaugurate the puja, making this homage to India's space accomplishment all the more poignant.
Theme 2
Disneyland themed pandal
Lake Town's Sreebhumi Sporting Club is known to bring innovative themes for pandals every year.
After recreating Vatican City's St. Peter's Basilica last year, the club is now all set to unveil a Disneyland-themed pandal, one of Kolkata's most anticipated attractions.
Having originated in 1969, their consistent decade-long streak of creating masterpieces firmly establishes their place among the city's must-visit pandals.
Theme 3
A replica of the Grand Lisboa
The famous Grand Lisboa is the inspiration behind the Durga Puja pandal this year.
This enormous building, located in Macau is well-known across the world for its breathtaking splendor.
Now a replica of the same can be experienced during Durga Puja.
With a height of 160 ft, this gigantic pandal will surely be a theme to look forward to.
Theme 4
Bringing the grandeur of Mysore Palace
College Square Durga Puja has been famous for its impressive pandals and decorative lighting since 1948. The crowd revels in the spectacle as the illumination is reflected on the lake.
This year's pandal aims to replicate the grandeur of Mysore Palace.
They are completing the 76th year of puja this year, and the pandal will be accessible to the public from October 14.