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Dedicated to Shiva, one of most foreseen hindu festivals "Mahashivaratri" celebrates the grand wedding of the lord Shiva with goddess Parvati, who is known as Shakti. It is celebrated on the 14th day of every lunar month and this year, it falls on 11th of March.
The sacred union of Shiv and Shakti is contemplated to be the epitome of love, power and togetherness. The festival marking the initiation of their bond 'Maha Shivaratri' is celebrated with great zeal across India.
Fasting or Jagaran
On this special occasion, devotees of Lord Shiva observe a fast, fasting on Mahashivratri serves to detoxify the body and aid meditation. They stay awake and aware in a vertical posture througout the night, which is believed to be enormously beneficial for one's physical and spiritual wellbeing. The planetary positions on this night, which is also the darkest night of the year, are powerful natural upsurge of energy in the human system.