Pitr Paksh
Introduction:
India is known for its many hued fairs and festivals that form an integral part of the attraction of India. Each state, race and culture comes up with different fairs and festivals that are different from each other, each with different origin and each has a different way of celebration.
Fairs and Festivals forms an integral part of the living heritage of Andhra Pradesh. Festivals here is marked by enthusiasm, gaiety, color, adherence to traditions and culture. The diversity of the state is well manifested in these fairs and festivals of Andhra Pradesh.
Pitr Paksh (Mahalaya Amavasyaew is considered to be one of the most auspicious day in the Hindu calendar. Rituals are offered in the names of the departed in the many holy Ghats spread across the country. The whole fortnight preceding Amavasya is considered to be apt for this occasion. People gather in the banks of Godavari and Krishna to perform rituals and rites for the departed.
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Time for Celebration:
Pitr Paksh (Mahalaya Amavasyaew is celebrated in the month of Bhadrapada on the Amavasyaew day. This festival generally takes place when the sun is in conjunction with Kanya and the moon.
Description of Pitr Paksh (Mahalaya Amavasyaew):
Pitr Paksh (Mahalaya Amavasyaew) is celebrated in strict adherence to the Holy Scriptures and rituals of the Hindus. The Brahmins help the people to perform the holy rites. Rations are provided to the downtrodden and poor which is called Sahityam or Swayampakam.
Non Vegetarians also have the option of having meat and liquor.The ritualistic festival has taken a new turn in today's world. It provides a great opportunity for the family members to get together.
Significantly enough this festival is celebrated throughout India in different names. But the motive and customs remain the same. The Holy waters of the river plays a major part in the ritualistic festival.
Indianholiday.com offers online information about Pitr Paksh (Mahalaya Amavasyaew)
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