There are several mythologies surrounding this day. It is believed that on this day Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati were married. He revealed to her that the 14th night of the Krishna Paksha (dark lunar moon), was his favorite night. It is also said that on midnight of this day, Shiva revealed himself in Lingam […]
Saraswati Puja
Saraswati Puja, also known as Vasant Panchami, is the first of two Spring Hindu festivals. It celebrates Saraswati, the goddess of education, music, arts and culture. On this day, books are not used. Instead, students place their books, pens and musical instruments before a statue of the Goddess, so that they might receive […]