Special Festival of Bikaner Rajasthan❤️Day 8

Hello Hive People!

Today is the most special and famous festival of Bikaner, Rajasthan and that's Gangaur. This is the most awaited and auspicious festival which was celebrated since ancient times when kings ruled here.

This is mostly famous in Rajasthan. This is a great significance of bond of married couples. But this celebration can be done by married as well as unmarried also can take part in the festivities in full enthusiasm. People make clay and wood images of God and Goddess , dress them beautifully, offer prayers to them, observe day-long fast for marital happiness and prepare delightful dishes for the family. Shiva Ji and Parvati Maa in this festival are known as Gavar and Izhar.

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Ishar ji's stuffs include kurta, dhoti, neckpiece, earrings, bracelets and turban.

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Gangaur is the festival of love, devotion, and marital bliss among couples, is celebrated with zeal and enthusiasm by the womenfolk of Rajasthan. The name Gangaur is derived from the words Gana meaning Lord Shiva and Gaur meaning Goddess Parvati.

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That was it for today. Hope you all like it😊

Thank You!