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Janmashtami Decorations: On the day of Janmashtami, devotees undertake decorations of their home and temple. Read on to explore Krishna Janmashtami Decoration Ideas. The festival of Janmashtami is celebrated as the birth day of Lord Krishna who was born as the incarnation of Lord Vishnu in Dwapara Yuga. It is celebrated on the eight day of the second fortnight of …

Janmashtami is celebrated by Hindus across many countries of the world. Know about the celebrations of Krishna Janmashtami around the world. Janmashtami is one of the most important Hindu festivals, celebrated with pomp and gaiety by Hindus all over India. The festival marks the birth of Lord Krishna. Apart from India, the Hindus residing in other countries also celebrate the …

Janmashtami Legends: Interesting legends are related with Krishna Janmashtami celebrations. Go through the article and know about the legends & stories of Krishnashtami. Janmashtami Legends & Stories Janmashtami is celebrated with pomp and gaiety by Hindus all over India, to commemorate the birth of Lord Krishna. Also referred to as Krishnashtami, the festival falls on Rohini nakshatra of Savana month. …

Check out when is Janmashtami Date is falling in India Janmashtami Date: Janmashtami is celebrated as the birthday of Lord Krishna, one of the reincarnations of Lord Vishnu born in the Dwapara Yuga. The festival is celebrated throughout the country with immense zeal and gusto. Devotees of Lord Krishna all over the country observe fasting on this day. Though the celebrations …

History of Janmashtami: Celebrated on the eighth day of Savana month, Janmashtami marks the birth of Lord Krishna, an avatar of Lord Vishnu. The festival is celebrated across the length and breadth of India, by people following Hinduism. In fact, it is an important day for Hindus. The celebration goes on for two days. On the first day, the Raslila …

Janmashtami In Mathura: Janmashtami is celebrated throughout the country with immense zeal and fervor in order to commemorate the birth of Lord Krishna. The celebration of Janmashtami is at its apex at the birth place of Lord Krishna i.e in Mathura. The city is about 145 kms from the national capital of India, New Delhi. It is said that it …

Janmashtami Puja: Janmashtami is celebrated across different parts of India and the world, with fun and fervor. The festival honors the birth of Lord Krishna, who was born on the eighth day of Sravana month, which corresponds to August-September as per the Gregorian calendar. Lord Krishna, an avatar of Lord Vishnu, was born in the Dwaparyug with an aim to …

Janmashtami Rangoli: One of the most popular art forms in India, rangoli (kolam) is drawn at the entrance way in most of the Hindu festivals, because it is considered auspicious. On the ceremonious occasion of Janmashtami, people draw rangoli at their entrance way, to welcome Lord Krishna, as the festival commemorates his birth. The art form is a kind of …

Lord Krishna is one of the favorite deities of Hindus. He is worshiped for his immense power, captivating appearance, unique charm and playfulness. For some, he is the hero, a lover or the guide; while for others, he is a child. He resides in the heart of every devotee and fulfills everyone’s wish, if he is worshiped with in-depth devotion. …

Janmashtami is celebrated to commemorate the birth of Lord Krishna, who is considered the savior of humanity. The deity is worshiped for his extraordinary powers and unique charm. Lord Krishna, an avatar of Lord Vishnu, took birth in the Dwapar Yug at the captivity of the demon King Kansa. According to the legends, Lord Krishna was born as the son …