Maha Shivaratri is a national holiday in Nepal and celebrated widely in temples all over the country, especially in the Pashupatinath temple. Thousands of devotees visit the famous Shiva Shakti Peetham nearby as well.

Mar 3, 2025 · Maha Shivaratri, the most important sectarian festival of the year for devotees of the Hindu god Shiva. The 14th day of the dark half (waning moon) of each lunar month is specially sacred to Shiva, but when it occurs in the month of Magha (January–February) and especially in the month of Phalguna (February–March), it is an observance of ...

Maha Shivaratri in 2025 will be celebrated on Friday, February 26. The Maha Shivaratri pooja timings vary by location, and devotees are advised to check the exact Nishita Kaal Puja Muhurat for their region.

Maha Shivaratri is a festival celebrating Lord Shiva and literally translates as “The Great Night of Shiva.” Worship services occur all day however the main pujas occur either once in the evening or four times that span the entire night. The festival signifies several events important to devotees.

Mar 10, 2021 · The Shivaratri that takes place during Phalguna, the last month of the Hindu lunar calendar, is particularly significant and is hence called Maha Shivaratri, or the “Great Night of Shiva.”

Maha Shivaratri is one of the biggest festivals of Hindus. Devotees offer water, milk, dhatura, bhaang, akwan flowers to Shiva’s idol or Shivalinga and worship the Hindu God of destruction.

Jan 15, 2025 · Maha Shivaratri 2025 Date: Wednesday, February 26. Chaturdashi Tithi Begins – 11:08 AM on Feb 26, 2025. Chaturdashi Tithi Ends – 08:54 AM on Feb 27, 2025. Spiritual Significance. Maha Shivaratri symbolizes the convergence of Shiva and Shakti, representing the union of masculine and feminine energies that sustain the universe.

Feb 25, 2025 · Maha Shivaratri is a time for new beginnings and endeavors, especially in regards to spiritual matters. It is celebrated with fasting, meditation, devotional songs, and worship of the physical representation of Lord Shiva — the god of transformation.

Feb 26, 2025 · Maha Shivaratri is a sacred Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva, celebrating his divine dance, marriage to Parvati, and the night he drank poison to save the universe. Devotees observe fasting, chant “Om Namah Shivaya,” and perform rituals to seek blessings, spiritual growth, and liberation.

Mar 1, 2024 · Maha Shivaratri is a deeply spiritual Hindu holiday celebrating Lord Shiva's cosmic dance, marriage to Parvati, and triumph over ignorance. It involves fasting, meditation, and seeking blessings for reflection, enlightenment, and spiritual development.