Why do we celebrate Rash Fair?
Rash Fair takes place to commemorate the eternal love between Lord Krishna and Radha. The festival deals with the days spend by Lord Krishna in Vrindyavan. The month long festival… Read more »
Category Archives: Hinduism
Why do we celebrate Navratri?
The Navratri Festival is a Hindu Festival celebrated in glory of Goddess Durga’s nine manifestations. The festival celebrates the Goddess Durga’s triumph over Mahishasura who was a demon and his… Read more »
Why do we celebrate Karva Chauth?
Karva Chauth is a fast that is observed by married women for the prosperity, well being and long life of their husband. It is celebrated nine days before Diwali festival… Read more »
Why do we celebrate Dhanteras?
As per legend, Dhanteras is celebrated in respect of the physician of the Gods, Dhanvantari. He is considered to be an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. During the stirring of the… Read more »
Why do we celebrate Diwali?
Diwali is one of the most prominent and sacred festivals of the Hindus, Sikhs and Jainism. It is celebrated in memory of Lord Rama’s return to Ayodhya after fourteen years… Read more »
Why do we celebrate Holi?
Holi is the festival of colors that is celebrated to remember Bakht Prahlada. The popular legend associated with Holi is of Bakht Prahlada who was the admirer of Lord Vishnu…. Read more »
Why do we celebrate Elephant Festival?
According to the Hindu Mythology when Gods and demons were engaged in stirring the ocean, Gods were lucky to receive an elephant named “Airavata”. The elephant later became the spiritual… Read more »