Makar (a) Sankrānti (Sanskrit: मकरसङ्क्रान्ति, romanized: Makarasaṅkrānti), [1] (transl. Capricorn Festival) also referred to as Uttarāyana, Makara, or simply Sankrānti, is a Hindu observance and a mid-winter harvest festival in India and Nepal. [2][3] It is typically celebrated on 14 January annually (15 January on a leap year), [4][5][6] this ...

Jan 6, 2020 · Makar Sankranti is celebrated in Kerala as thousands throng to see the Makara Vilakku (flame on Ponnambalamedu hill) near the Sabarimala temple when the Makara Jyothi, the celestial star appears in the sky.

Makar Sankranti, also known as Maghi or Makara Sankranti, is an important Hindu festival and celebrates the sun's journey back into the northern hemisphere which is considered to be a highly positive event.

Makar Sankranti festival in India is known as Khichdi Parv in Uttar Pradesh and several parts of North India. On this day, thousands of Hindus take a holy dip in the icy waters of Sangam at Prayagraj where the rivers, Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati flow together.

Jan 14, 2025 · Makar Sankranti, popularly known as Uttarayan, is celebrated in Gujarat and Rajasthan with thousands of people flying kites on this day. People also enjoy special dishes like Undhiyu, Tilgur, Khichdi on this day.

Jan 9, 2024 · Poush Sankranti, the last day of the Bengali month Poush, is also known as Makar Sankranti and marks the day for a harvest festival in Bengal. What do Bengalis do on poush Sankranti?

Jan 11, 2024 · Makar Sankranti is the only Hindu festival that is celebrated every year on 14th January. It is based on the solar calendar rather than the lunar calendar and is known for celebrating the sun's journey from the southern hemisphere to the northern hemisphere, signifying the end of the winter season.

Jan 9, 2025 · How & Why Makar Sankranti is celebrated in Indian states Explore how Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Rajasthan celebrate Makar Sankranti.

Jan 8, 2025 · Makar Sankranti, one of the most popular festivals, celebrates the sun’s movement into Capricorn (Makar Rashi), symbolizing the end of winter and the beginning of longer, warmer days.

Dec 9, 2024 · Makar Sankranti, one of India’s most vibrant and celebrated festivals, marks the transition of the Sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn (Makara). This celestial event signifies the end of the winter solstice and the beginning of longer days.