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It is observed on the ‘tritiya’ (3rd day) of the Krishna Paksha (the dark fortnight of moon) in the month of ‘Bhadrapada’ as per the North Indian calendar while in the South Indian calendar it falls in the month of ‘Shravana’. It usually comes three days after the celebrations of ‘Raksha Bandhan’ and five days prior to ‘Krishna Janmashtami’. It is very auspicious day for married women It is primarily the celebration and funfair time for unmarried girls and women. In the northern states of Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, the festivities the festivities soar to great heights. Large processions of Goddess Parvati are carried out on this day in Rajasthan, especially in the small town of Bundi. On this day women worship Goddess Parvati for a blissful married life. In some regions, women also worship neem tree on this day. Women observe strict fast on this day Mostly women gather at evening perform worship neem tree by reciting Kajari teej Katha by Priests. This

  Chaturbhuj Temple is situated at Orchha in Madhya Pradesh State. Chaturbhuj is a combination of Chatur meaning four and bhuj meaning arms. This temple was originally built for Lord Rama. At present an image of Radha Krishna is worshipped in the temple. This temple is noted for having one of the tallest Vimana among hindu temples The Chaturbhuj temple has tall spires in the shape of pine cones built atop a high platform of 4.5 metres (15 ft) height. The interior has many halls and the main hall or mandapa of the temple is built in the shape of a cross or cruciform and is stated to be a mix of Maru-Gurjara architecture, and it is at right angles to the vestibule, of identical layout on either side. The temple's exterior is richly ornamented with lotus symbols. The building displays a blend of religious and secular styles taken from temple and fort architecture. The temple faces east and is located on an axis with the nearby Ram Mandir, which is inside Orccha Fort complex.

Sri Venugopala Swamy temple is situated in Karveti Nagaram in the Chittoor district in the state of Andhra Pradesh. Lord Krishna holds a flute at the reading position and his favorite pot of butter is kept at his feet. Srivenugopala Swamy resides along with his consorts Sri Rukmini Ammavaru and Sathyabhama Ammavaru. This temple was built in the 14 th Century. Karvetinagara Samsthaana is famous for an ancient orthopedic treatment called Salya Vydya. It is famous for Veera Nruthya means the dance of Warriors. The deities were brought from Narayanavanam Temple. There are sub-shrines dedicated to Rama along with Sita and Lakshmana, Anjaneya, Parthasarathy, Renuka Parameshwari, and Avanakshamma. The temple pond is referred to as Skanda Pushkarini. The most popular holidays include Krishna Janmashtami, Utlotsavam, Brahmotsavams, Vaikuntha Ekadasi, Ugadi, and Sankranti. Temple timings – 6.00 am to11.00 am 4.00 pm to 8.00 pm  How to reach the Temple : 13 km from Pu

Bhadrapada Month is the Sixth month in Hindu Traditional Calendar. Bhadrapada month is not good for Marriages, Gruhapavesams, is considered as shunya masam. This is also the Second month of the Rainy Season, many rituals and festivals are celebrated to overcome the ill effects of the rainy season. Bhadrapada month in North India begins on  August 31 and ends on  September 29.  Festivals : Krishna Janmashtami, Aja Ekadashi, Hartalika Teej, Ganesh Chaturthi, Rishi Panchami, Radha Ashtami, and Parsva Ekadashi are the major festivals during this month. Bhadrapada Masam in South India starts on September 16 and ends on October 14. Festivals : Hartalika Teej, Ganesh Chaturthi, Rishi Panchami, Radha Ashtami, Parsva Ekadashi, Pitrupaksha Starts, Indira Ekadashi, and Sarvapitru Amavasya are the auspicious events during the Bhadrapada Masam. For Telugu Click here

  As part of Gokulastami on September 7, Abhishekam will be performed to Sri Krishna Swamy Mulavirat in Tiruchanoor.   In the evening snapanam will be observed to utsava deity in Sri Krishn Mukha Mandapam followed by Pedda Sesha Vahana seva in the night. Later Gokulastami Asthanam will be observed.   On September 8, on the day of Utlotsavam, Tirumanjanam and Unjal Seva will be observed.

  The annual Pavitrotsvams in Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple of TTD at Tondamanadu will be observed between August 28 and 30.   Ankurarpanam for the event will be observed on August 27.

  Bihula is a prominent folklore in some portions of Bengal, Bihar, and Jharkhand. It is also culturally rich because the name is recorded in old Hindu sagas and has been passed down traditionally. The story focuses on the serpent goddess Mansa and shows how she overcame discrimination to become a goddess to all by establishing herself as one among the common people. Special Ashtanag rituals are offered to Devi during the Asaahad, the Shravan month of the traditional Hindu calendar. Some say that to save one's life from snake bites and ease the life of kids one has to offer her prayers. District Bhagalpur in Bihar has a major festival-like fair organized to recognize the Goddess and her kindness, which is also called Bihula-Bishari. It is dominated by arts crafts, plays, and shows that showcase snakes as their centres. The splendid Manjusha craftsmanship has always been a big part of this festival. People aware of the folklore in the prominent regions take part in the yearly cel

  Sri Rukmini Devi Temple is located at Dwaraka in the state of Gujarat. Goddess Rukmini is an incarnation of Goddess Lakshmi. Lord Krishna is the consort of Goddess Rukmini. This is one of the Nava Dwaraka Temple. This temple was constructed in Nagar style of architecture. This temple belongs to 12 th century. There are many legends related to Srimad Bhagavat. The temple has a tall Shikhara that still has old carvings on it. There are many Madanikas or beautiful women on a panel that goes across the Shikhara. The base is an inverted lotus, followed by a row of elephants and Niches have Vishnu images.  According to legend, Rishi Durvasa, the Kul Guru of the Yadavas, kept his ashram at Pindara, which is some distance from Dwarka. With all their chariots, Krishna and Rukmini walked over to extend an invitation to eat. Keeping in mind that Rishi Durvasa was renowned for having a short temper. He consented to go, but only if Krishna and Rukmini themselves would drive the chari

Sri Prasanna Venkateswara Swamy temple is located at Thondamanadu Village near Sri Kalahasthi in the Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh. Here Venkateswara Swami is in sitting posture having four hands with Conch, Discus, Yoga Mudra, and Abhaya hastam. Goddess Sri Lakshmi and Padmavathi Ammavaru are the consorts of Lord Venkateswara Swamy. This temple was built in the 10 th century AD This Temple is also known as Perumalla Swamy temple. Every day he used to go to tirumala to participate in the service of the Lord. After attaining the old age Thondaman expressed his inability to the Lord to travel to Tirumala to have his Darshan. The Lord after realizing the intention of Thondaman promised that he would come to his house. For accepting the Pooja Kainkaryams.  Accordingly, The Lord along with Sridevi and Bhu Devi used to come to the House of Thondaman to accept the sevas. The Lord was called ‘VeetilIrndurai Perumal’ because of the appearance of the house. Since Thondaman constructed Ana

The 206th death anniversary of renowned saint poetess Matrusri Tarigonda Vengamamba will be observed in Tirupati and at Tarigonda in a big way by TTD on August 24 and 25. Several literary and devotional cultural fetes are organised by TTD on the occasion besides garlanding the statue of the great devotee of Sri Venkateswara at MR Palle circle on August 25.

Varalakshmi Pooja is celebrated before the full moon day (Purnima) in the traditional month of Sravan (Sravanam/Aadi/Sawan). Varalakshmi Vratham is one of the popular pious fasting days for South Indian and Maharashtrian people. All Women can perform pooja on this auspicious day, but most married women observe Varalaksmi Vratham. Varalaksmi Vratham means Vrat (fast) dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi.  Varalakshmi Vratam is performed by a married woman for the well-being of all the family members, especially her husband, to get progency, etc. It is believed that worshipping Goddess Varalakshmi on this day is equivalent to worshipping Ashtalaksmi – the eight goddesses of Wealth, Earth, Learning, Love, Fame, Peace, Pleasure, and Strength. LEGEND : As the legend goes, this is a pooja that was pronounced by no other than Lord Parameswara to be performed by his consort Parvathi to seek prosperity and happiness for the family. Thus it came to be emulated by married women who sought boons (varam) f

Putrada Ekadashi, also known as Pavitropana Ekadashi and Pavitra Ekadashi, falls on the 11th lunar day ( Ekadashi ) of the fortnight of the waxing moon in the  Hindu month  of  Shravana  (July-August).  All the normal rules associated with Ekadasi fasting are observed during Putrada. The popular belief is that by observing Putrada Ekadasi Vrat one will be able to get a son. As per  Bhavishya Purana, this vrat is mentioned by Lord Sri Krishna to Yudhishtira. It is also considered highly auspicious to feed poor children and old people on this day. Also a person who observes this Vrata achieves moksha after his death. Devotees observe fast on this day and visit Lord Vishnu Temples Some devotees even Stay awake during the whole night. Story : Legend has it that King Mahijit was extremely successful and victorious. However, what bothered him was the absence of children which became a constant worry since he would not have anyone to perform his last rituals and honor the forefathers. He perf

Damodar Dwadashi, or Damodara Dwadasi, is observed on the 12th day of the waxing phase of the moon (Shukla Paksha) of Shravan month. It is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Donating rice, fruits, and clothes to Brahmin priests is considered auspicious on this day. Devotees observe fast on this day and visit lord Vishnu temples. For Telugu Click Here 2023 Date: August 28. 

Onam is a festival celebrated by the people of Kerala. It is the rice harvest festival in Kerala It is the most important and one of the biggest festivals celebrated for 10 days. It falls during the month of Chingam (August–September) during Thiruvonam Nakshatram. The first day, Atham, and the tenth day, Thiruvonam the most important of all. The characteristic floral designs known as ‘pookkalam’ are symbolic of this festival. People gift and wear new clothes known as 'Onakkodi'. Grand feasts are prepared on this occasion. This is known as 'onam sadya’.  A characteristic sweet dish called ‘payasam’ is a must during Onam. It is made of rice, milk, sugar, and coconut. Vallamkali or boat race, especially of Snake boats, is an event associated with Onam Elephants decorated with ornaments are characteristic of Onam processions. Thrikkakara appan (Onathappan) or Vaman Vishnu idols are installed at homes for worship. This time of the year is declared Tourism Week in Kerala as this

Raksha Bandhan is celebrated every year on 'Shravan Purnima' (Full Moon Day of the Hindu month of Shravan), which generally falls in August.  It is also called Rakhi Purnima in most of India. On the auspicious day of Rakhi, sisters wake up in the morning, take bath, offer prayers to god and visit their brothers to perform the rituals of Rakhi. The ritual of Raksha Bandhan essentially includes the tying of sacred thread by the sisters, on their brothers' wrists. Before tying Rakhi, the sisters would perform an aarti, apply tilak (by mixing rice grains and roli) on their brother's forehead, and then offer them sweet.  History & Legends : The Yamuna was the sister of Lord Yama, the God of death. On every "Shravan Purnima", Yamuna used to tie a sacred thread (Rakhi) to Lord Yama. Since then, it has become a tradition for sisters to tie Rakhi to their brothers on this day. Another incident from the epic Mahabharat concerns Krishna and Draupadi, the wife of th

Lord Hayagriva is one of the incarnations of Lord Maha Vishnu. Hayagriva is also often termed  Hayasira. Haya means 'Horse' and Sira means headed. Hence, Hayasira means a person with a horse-like head. Lord Hayagriva was born on the Sravana Purnima day. According to Hindu texts, Vedas were stolen by Rakshasas and Lord Hayagriva fought with them and brought them back. Ancient texts say that Hayagriva is the first person to offer Akasharabasyam to Goddess Saraswati. The festival is also prominently observed by the student community. Popular belief is that praying to Lord Hayagriva, particularly on the Hayagriva Jayanthi day bestows all that is necessary for good education to the students. Other related benefits will be elevation on the job front, improvement in public image and reputation, etc. Hayagriva is most popular in the south Indian states of Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh. Symbolically, Hayagriva represents the triumph of pure knowledge, guided by the hand of God, over the

  Gayatri Japam is observed just after Shravana Purnima. This day is also known as Gayatri Jaap Sankalpam and is considered to be auspicious in South India. Brahmins chant the Vedas along with Gayatri Mantra with dedication. In South India this forms a   part of the rituals of Avani Attam, which is the commencement of the study of Vedas. During this day Brahmins wear a Sacred thread called Janeyu. In Telugu states Gayatri Japam is called as Gayatri Pratipada As per legends Gayatri Devi is known to be Supreme Goddess It is believed that a person who performs Gayatri Japam will be freed from all his sins and bestowed with all spiritual and worldly Happiness. Must wake up early in the morning take a holy bath and perform the puja. After performing the puja Brahmins must chant the Gayatri mantra 108 or 1008 times Not only Brahmins but any individual can perform the Gayatri Japam Worshipping Sun god is believed to be highly meritorious. 2023: August 31.

Narali Poornima marks the end of the monsoon season in Maharashtra. It is celebrated on the full moon day of the month of Shravan. People offer coconuts to the sea. The festival also marks the beginning of the new fishing season. So, fishermen appease the sea god before sailing out over the mighty sea. They worship for safe fishing. Singing and dancing are the main attractions of the festival. Sweet coconut rice is prepared for the day. Naral means coconut and coconut is offered to the sea, so it is called the narali Poornima. 2023 Date:  August 31.

The Full Moon day in the month of Shravan is called Shravana Purnima Every month Purnima tithi holds great significance in the Hindu Calendar. On this people celebrate Raksha Bandhan, the tying of the bond of protection or Rakhi on the hands of brothers by sisters. In Tamilnadu it is celebrated as Avani Avittam, on this day people who wear Janeyu, replace it with a new one. It is called Aadi pournami. Satyanarayana puja will be performed at home or workplace. In Gujarat it is celebrated as Pavitropana, where devotees seek the blessings of Lord Shiva. In Central India it is referred to as Kajari Purnima, whereas it is Narali Purnima on the West Coast.  For Telugu Click Here 2023 Date:  August 31.