Hindu Festivals and Sacred Sites

Shivratri

One of the most popular festivals in the Hindu world, celebrated with devotion and fervour by millions of Hindus each year... (More)

 

Holi

Holi is the most colourful and energetic religious festival in the world... (More)

 

Raksha bandhan

A wish of protection between sister and brother... (More)

 

The story behind Navratri

The major story associated with Navratri is... (More)

 

Celebrating the message of the Gita

On December 7th is Gita Jayanti, the festival celebrating the first recital of the Bhagavad Gita by Lord Krishna to his friend and devotee, Arjuna...(More)

 

Panch Ganpati

The Hindu mid-winter festival, dedicated to the Lord of beginnings... (More)

 

The Kumbha Mela

An insight into the largest festival and celebration in the world... (More)

 

Thai Poosam

A festival dedicated to Lord Murugan (also known as Skanda, or Kartikeya), the son of Lord Shiva. It is widely celebrated by Tamil Hindus... (More)

 

Shraavan

The month contains the largest number of Hindu festivals... (More)

 

Somnath Temple

For historical, spiritual significance and emotional bonds that Hindus carry, Somnath is the most important temple in Gujarat... (More)