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Nag Panchami 2023
Nag panchami is an Indian festival dedicated to Snake god and snakes.
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Snake Worship Festivat
On this day snakes are woshipped and are also fed milk and other special offerings based on individual beliefs.
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Shiva
On this day people visit Shiva temples as he is the one who wears snake around his neck. They offer milk to Shivling and prayers.
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Snake Worship Festivat
Different parts of India celebrate this festival in their own different ways. Here's how:
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1. South India
Women gather near anthill and decorate it flowers and haldi. They offer a special sweet 'Patoli' to the snake god.
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2. West India
People in Maharashtra & Gujarat bath serpent idols in water and milk, offer prayers and also offer sweets.
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3. North-West India
Places like Benaras decorate their Akharas with pictures featuring snakes drinking milk.
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4. East and Northeastern India
People here worship Goddess Mansa devi who is known as the goddess of snakes.
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How is this festival celebrated in your city?