Navaratri is an annual Hindu festival that is celebrated for nine nights (and ten days) in honor of the goddess Durga, an aspect of Adi Parashakti, the supreme goddess. The festival is observed twice a year, first in the month of Chaitra (March/April of the Gregorian calendar), and again in the month of Ashvin (September–October). Navaratri is celebrated differently in various parts of the Hindu Indian cultural sphere, and there are four seasonal Navaratri. The festival is dedicated to the Divine Feminine, most often associated with Durga Ma and Goddess Parvati. During the festival, various forms of the Devi are worshipped, and each day is represented by a different color which symbolizes one of her distinct characteristics or traits. Navaratri celebrates the various incarnations of the goddess and her victories over terrible demons, such as the demon Mahishasura. The festival ends with whats known as Dussehra, which is the celebration of good over evil. Navaratri is customarily celebrated like many festivals observed within Hinduism: with fasting, reflection, meditation, sacrifices, bonfires, and any other appropriate rituals.