Mangaluru: In the Catholic tradition, the feast of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary is traditionally celebrated as Monthi Festh (Feast) on September 8, every year. The 9-day Novena in preparation for the celebrations began on Thursday, August 30. 

 

Here are the glimpses from the traditional strewing of flowers to Mother Mary held at the Church of Our Lady of Miracles, Milagres Mangaluru on the first day of the Novena prayers.