Maha Shivaratri
A major Hindu festival dedicated to Shiva, observed with fasting, night vigils and worship.
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When
Falls on the 14th day of the dark fortnight of the lunar month of Falgun in the Hindu lunisolar calendar, so the Gregorian-calendar date varies from year to year rather than being fixed.
About
Maha Shivaratri ("the great night of Shiva") is observed by many Hindu communities, including widely in Nepal, with practices that vary by region and tradition — commonly including fasting, night-long vigils and temple worship. This page presents only a general introduction; specific regional observances and their significance will be added individually as verified content becomes available.