Sankranti, also known as Makar Sankranthi, marks the Suns transit into Makara Rashi. This day marks the beginning of Uttarayana Punyakalam. It is celebrated throughout India with various names. Makara Sankramana Snan is the most observed ritual during Sankranti. Sankranti is celebrated as Pongal in Tamil Nadu for three days. In Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and […]
Kite Festival
Kite Festival in Patna on 14, 15 January 2012
The Tourism department of Bihar has decided to organize Kite Festival in Patna on 14 and 15 January 2012 on the occasion of Makar Sankranti. ‘Khichri’ is also organized during the festival. The festival will be held at the Ganga diara, opposite the Gandhi Ghat. Kite flying is most popular celebration during Makar Sankranthi festival. […]