Articles by Taniya Mittal

The popular Hindu festival of Dhanteras is also known as Dhanatrayodashi or Dhanvantari Trayodashi. It is a festival of prosperity celebrated just before Diwali. The festival is known to mark the beginning of Diwali celebrations. It is celebrated on the thirteenth day of the dark fortnight of the Hindu lunar month of Kartik. Like most other Hindu festivals, Dhanteras is also known for its various legends and traditions. This article aims to shed light on these legends and traditions to enhance the fun of Dhanteras celebrations.

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The festival is celebrated with great zeal and fervor in different parts of India with people following different rituals and traditions as per their beliefs. Almost every temple is decorated with flowers, lighting, and other such items. Lord Rama idols are decorated with special embellishments and people offer flowers, sweets, and even money to them in large amounts. Spiritual discourses and bhajan nights are organized in large numbers in almost every street and neighborhood.