Teej Festival is well known in the entire world as it only celebrated in
Jaipur. Married Women pray Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati to live a happy
married life with their husband. Beside this, Teej is also known for beautiful coloured
dressed, jewellery, happiness and enthusiasm, regardless the scoail
differences.
On the Teej idol of Goddess Parvati is taken in the market from the city
palace so general public can take a view of royal goddess.
Etymologically, the festival ‘Teej’ gets its name from a small red
insect called ‘Teej’ that maked its appearrpance during the monsoon.
During the Festival women apply ‘mehendi’ (floral patterns made with
henna paste) on their hands and feet, wear beautiful sarees with matching
bangles and ornaments on this day. Usually, green is the more favoured colour
especially during ‘Hariyali Teej’. Those observing Teej get cosmetic items and
jewellery for ‘Shringara’ by their parents. Women offer decorated coconut to
their relatives. They visit their maternal home and seek the blessings of the
elderly and enjoy a get together with family members.
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