Makar Sankranti
Also known as Tila Sankranti, the festival marks the beginning of the summer season.
People believe that from this day on, the days become longer and the heat of the sun also increases. Every year it is observed on the 14" of January. In Rajgir, people celebrate Makar Sankranti in the month of Paus which is January in Gregorian Calendar. Devotees make flower offerings to the deities in the temples at hot springs and bathe in the holy water. At Mandar hill in Banka district, the festival is celebrated with pomp and a huge fair is also held at the place. According to belief, the famous Panchjanya' Sankh of Lord Krishna was found here. Traces, akin to serpent coil can be seen around the hill and it is believed that the snake god offered himself to be used as a rope for churning the ocean to obtain the nectar. People celebrate it by giving offerings to the poor.
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