Devotees flocked to Shiva temples nationwide during the final Monday of Shravan, a month of worship, fasting, and pilgrimage in Hinduism.

Devotees in India flocked to Shiva temples during the final Monday of the sacred month of Shravan, a period of worship, fasting, and pilgrimage dedicated to Lord Shiva. Notable temples visited included the Somnath Temple in Gujarat and Mahakaleshwar Temple in Madhya Pradesh. Shravan, occurring between July and August, is considered one of the holiest months in Hinduism, with devotees seeking Lord Shiva's blessings and commemorating his consumption of poison from the churning of the ocean to save the universe.

August 19, 2024
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