Makar Sankranti: Marks the transition of the Sun into Makara Râshi (Capricorn) on its celestial path, and the six-month Uttarayana period. [2] Makar Sankranti is also called Uttarayana - the …

Makar (a) Sankrānti (Sanskrit: मकरसङ्क्रान्ति, romanized: Makarasaṅkrānti), [1] (transl. Capricorn Festival) also referred to as Uttarāyana, Makara, or simply Sankrānti, is a Hindu …

Mar 22, 2016 · Sankranti means transmigration of the Sun from one Rāshi to the next. Hence, there are 12 Sankrantis in a year. Each Sankranti is marked as the beginning of a month in the …

Jan 19, 2025 · Makar Sankranti is a Hindu festival celebrating the Sun’s entrance into the astrological sign of makara (corresponding to Capricorn). It is popularly regarded as the …

Dec 26, 2024 · Makar Sankranti is an important Indian festival that marks the end of the winter and the start of longer days. It is not just an astronomical event but also a celebration of …

Jan 9, 2025 · Makar Sankranti is an Indian festival celebrated by several states of India around mid-January. Tamil Nadu celebrates Pongal at the same time while Punjab celebrates Lohri at …

Dec 9, 2024 · Learn about Makar Sankranti 2025, including its history, date, timings, and cultural significance. Celebrate this vibrant festival of harvest and traditions.

Dec 1, 2024 · Makar Sankranti is a significant festival in Hindu culture that marks the transition of the sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn (Makar). This festival is celebrated across India and …

Makar Sankranti (makar saṅkrānti / मकर संक्रांति) is a significant festival celebrated with great enthusiasm across India. It marks the end of the winter season and the beginning of a …

Nov 26, 2024 · Makar Sankranti, one of the most celebrated festivals across India, is often associated with the harvest season and the arrival of spring. While the festival marks the …