Gangaur Festival in Jaipur | Date of Event : 20 Mar 2018 |
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Gangaur is one of the most
vivid festivals rejoiced with great enthusiasm and happiness all over
the Indian state of Rajasthan. In the word Gangaur, 'Gan' is the
synonym for Lord Shiva whereas 'Gaur' stands for Gauri or Goddess
Parvati. But mainly, this festival is held in the honour of Goddess
Parvati as she is regarded as the epitome of marital love, strength,
courage, power and excellence. During the festivities, married women
worship Goddess Parvati for the long life, well being and wealth of
their husbands while the girls pray for getting a smart and an
understanding life partner. The festival is rejoiced in the month of
Chaitra, the first month of the Hindu calendar and falls in between
March and April, according to Gregorian calendar. It begins on the
very first day Chaitra month, the day after Holi and is celebrated for
18 days. Also, it marks the end of winter season and the coming of
spring season.
Gangaur Festival in Jaipur | Date of Event : 20 Mar 2018 | Fairs &
Festivals in India, Gangaur Festival, Jaipur, Date of Event, Fairs &
Festivals, India