Indian harvest festivals are colorful celebrations marking the end of a harvesting season and the start of another one ...

Makar Sankranti is celebrated across India and marks the transition of the Sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn, or 'Makara'. This festival falls in mid-January and is dedicated to the Sun God.

Makar Sankranti, celebrated on January 14th or 15th, marks the transition of the Sun into Capricorn (Makara) and the start of its northward journey (Uttarayan). This harvest festival is observed ...

The day when Sun enters the Karka rashi is called Karka Sankranti. This day starts the southern journey of the Sun God, which is also called the Dakshinayana. It is believed that Gods go to sleep ...

Makar(a) Sankranti is the only Hindu festival based on the solar calendar instead of the lunar. Makar Sankranti is the celebration of the sun's journey from the Southern to the Northern Hemisphere and ...

Makar Sankranti is a highly auspicious festival that symbolises new beginnings and prosperity. It is celebrated annually on January 14, and marks the Sun's transition into Capricorn (Makara Rashi ...