Maha Shivratri 2022: Here is why we celebrate the auspicious festival!
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Maha Shivratri is one of the most auspicious festivals of Hindus and is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
NEW DELHI: Maha Shivratri is one of the most auspicious festivals of Hindus and is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
It is being celebrated on March 1 (Tuesday) in all over the country. It holds a great significance for Hindus all across the globe and is one of the most celebrated festivals across the country. This day marks Lord Shiva's marital union with Goddess Parvati.
Devotees visit Shiv-Parvati temples to seek blessings and also observe fast on this day.
Maha Shivratri falls on Chaturdashi Tithi during Krishna Paksha in the month of Magha in the South Indian calendar or the Amavasyant Hindu lunar calendar. However, according to North Indian calendar or the Poornimant lunar calendar, Maha Shivaratri is the Masik(monthly) Shivaratri in the month of Phalguna.
As we gear up to celebrate Maha Shivaratri, here's an explainer on why we celebrate the festival and the legends associated with it.
