What is Makar Sankranti? Significance and Traditions

What is Makar Sankranti All About? Radiocity By Radiocity Team Published Jan 13, 2025 [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

Harvest Festival of India Makar Sankranti is one of India’s most celebrated harvest festivals, marking the end of winter and the beginning of longer days. [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

Significance of the Sun’s Journey This festival symbolizes the sun’s transition into Capricorn (Makara), a sign of new beginnings and positivity. [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

A Festival of Unity Makar Sankranti unites people across regions, celebrated with diverse customs and traditions. [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

Rituals and Devotion Pilgrims take holy dips in rivers like the Ganges, Yamuna, and Godavari, seeking blessings and purification. [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

Feasting and Delicacies Delicious sweets made of sesame seeds and jaggery, such as til ladoos, are a highlight of the celebration. [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

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