Wednesday, February 26, 2014

Celebrate Shivaratri 2014 on 27th February, Thursday



Shivaratri is celebrated on the 6th night of the dark Phalgun (Feb or March) every year. On the auspicious day, devotees observe fast and keep vigil all night. Maharashtra marks the night when Lord Shiva performed the 'Tandava'. It is also believed that on this day Lord Shiva was married to Parvati  Ma. On this day Shiva devotees observe fast and offer fruits, flowers and bel leaves on Shiva Linga.