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Get ready to celebrate the vibrant and colorful festival of Saune Sankranti on July 16! This auspicious day, also known as "Sawan Sankranti" or "Chandra Sankranti", marks the beginning of the holy month of Shravan in the Hindu calendar. It is a time for devotees to worship Lord Shiva and seek his blessings for a bountiful monsoon season. The festivities include traditional rituals, vibrant decorations, and delicious feasts with family and friends. So put on your best traditional attire and get ready to immerse yourself in the festive spirit of Saune Sankranti!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Saune Sankranti Traditions Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>By the 19th century, Saune Sankranti had become an established festival within Indian communities, marked by spiritual observances and festivities dedicated to Lord Shiva.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recognition in the Indian Constitution</div><div class='timeline-text'>After India’s independence, Saune Sankranti is recognized as an official religious festival within the Indian Constitution.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Festival Gains Increased Prominence</div><div class='timeline-text'>Increased media attention in the late 20th century sees Saune Sankranti grow in prominence both within and outside of India.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Celebrations Become Global</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the global diaspora of Indian communities, Saune Sankranti celebrations spread worldwide, with observances taking place in regions such as the UAE, USA, UK, and Australia.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Preservation Efforts Intensify</div><div class='timeline-text'>Efforts to preserve and promote traditional Saune Sankranti practices intensify within many Indian communities, ensuring the festivities and its significance continue for future generations.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Fly kites with friends and family</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Sankranti is known as the festival of kites in many parts of India. Gather your friends and family and spend the day flying colorful kites together.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make traditional sweets</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Sankranti is also a time for indulging in delicious traditional sweets. Spend the day making sweets like til gud ladoo or chikki with your loved ones and enjoy them together.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a cultural event or fair</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Many cities and towns organize fairs or cultural events during Sankranti. Attend one of these events to experience the rich culture and traditions associated with the festival.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make rangoli designs</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative and make colorful rangoli designs outside your home to welcome the new harvest season and bring good luck.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a bonfire ceremony</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>In some parts of India, people celebrate Sankranti by lighting bonfires and performing rituals around them. Attend one of these ceremonies to witness this unique tradition.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Cultural Significance</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Sankranti, also known as Makar Sankranti, is a festival celebrated in many states of India and holds great cultural significance. It marks the transition of the Sun into the zodiac sign of Makara (Capricorn) and symbolizes a time for new beginnings.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Harvest Season</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Saune Sankranti marks the beginning of the harvest season in many parts of India. It is a time to celebrate the importance of agriculture and thank the land for its abundance. The festival also serves as an opportunity to connect with nature and appreciate its blessings.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Regional Traditions and Customs</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Each region in India has its own unique traditions and customs associated with Saune Sankranti. For example, in Maharashtra, people exchange sweets made from sesame seeds and jaggery, while in Assam, they celebrate with a three-day festival called Bihu. This diversity and richness of traditions is what makes Saune Sankranti an important and cherished festival in India.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Saune Sankranti Signifies Change in Weather</h3><p class='facts-content'>Saune Sankranti marks the onset of monsoon season in India signifying a change in weather patterns. With its significance connected to agriculture, it denotes a time of growth and prosperity.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>It is also referred to as 'Karkataka Sankranti'</h3><p class='facts-content'>In some regions, Saune Sankranti is known by the name 'Karkataka Sankranti,' reflecting the movement of the sun into the zodiac sign of Cancer ('Karkataka').</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Saune Sankranti and Lord Vishnu</h3><p class='facts-content'>In addition to worshiping Lord Shiva on Saune Sankranti, it is also a day when many Hindus offer prayers to Lord Vishnu, the preserver-god, for protection during the monsoons.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Saune Sankranti and Meditation</h3><p class='facts-content'>The holy month of Shravan, which begins with Saune Sankranti, is considered very auspicious for meditation and spiritual practices, with devotees seeking to purify mind and body.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Community Feasting on Saune Sankranti</h3><p class='facts-content'>Food forms a crucial part of Saune Sankranti celebrations. Communities often prepare feasts using freshly harvested crops, creating a sense of togetherness and appreciation for nature's bounty.</p></div></div>
Sankranti is celebrated on July 16 every year. In 2024 Sankranti will be observed on a Tuesday.
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