Main entrance for the Goddess Parvathi Amman of Sri Ponnambalawaneswarar Temple of Kochchikade, Colombo 13

The ninth day of Navarathri is called "Saraswathy Pooja'. Special poojas, and prayers are offered to Goddess Saraswathy. She is worshipped for wisdom. The final three nights of Navarathri are dedicated to Goddess Saraswathy, and on the third day night Sarawathy Pooja is held.

She is beautifully dressed in a white silk saree with red and gold border, standing in a white lotus background. She plays the veena, which indicates that she plays the melody of life. Cultural events are held on the day of Saraswathy Pooja.

Vellai Thamarai Poovil - Mahakavi Subramaniya Bharathiyar's composition in praise of Goddess Saraswathy

"Thirai Seelai" of the "Vasantha Mandapam", where the main poojas are held during Navarathri season

Goddess of wisdom- Saraswathy

A special pooja is being performed by Bala Kurukkal on the ninth day of Navarathri

"Kolu" - A traditional display of religious idols are arranged beautifully on a nine- step staircase. This is kept on the left side of the "Vasantha Mandapam"

"Poorna Aguthi" is perfomed for Goddess Saraswathy

"Kolu" - A traditional display of religious idols are arranged beautifully on a nine- step staircase. This is kept on the right side of the "Vasantha Mandapam"

Navarathri is a period of prayers for the Goddess

Instruments which are used to gain wisdom such as books, pens are kept for blessings

Navarathri festival is celebrated in temples, homes, schools and offices

Hindus celebrate Saraswathy Pooja on the ninth day of Navarathri