Makar Sankranti 2023 Festivity
Makar Sankranti 2023
Festivity
Description
Makar Sankranti, also referred to as Uttarayana, Maghi, or simply Sankranti, is a Hindu observance and a festival. Usually falling on the date of January 15 annually, this occasion marks the transition of the Sun from the zodiac of Sagittarius to Capricorn. Wikipedia
Observances:Kite flying.
Significance:To celebrate the deity Surya (Sun). To mark the first day of the sun's transit into Makara rashi.
Date:Sunday, January 15, 2023
Featured in religions:Hinduism
Celebrations:Kite flying, bonfires, fairs, Surya Pooja in river, feast, arts, dance, socialization, Cow Pooja
Also called:Uttarayana, Sankranti, Til Sakraait, Magha, Môkôr Sôṅkrānti, Mela, Maghi, Ghughuti, Bhogi, Sakraat, Pongal
Type of holiday:Hindu Holiday, Seasonal, Religious holiday, Traditional
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