Durga Puja

<p>Maha Shivaratri is a Hindu festival celebrated annually in honour of Lord Shiva. It marks the night when Shiva performed the Tandava dance. Devotees observe fast, perform abhishekam, and chant Om Namah Shivaya throughout the night.</p><p><strong>Significance:</strong> Maha Shivaratri means "The Great Night of Shiva". It is believed that on this night, Lord Shiva performs the cosmic dance of creation, preservation, and destruction.</p><p><strong>Rituals:</strong> Devotees stay awake all night, chant mantras, offer Bilva leaves, and perform Rudra Abhishekam with milk, honey, and water.</p>