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Makar Sankranti — Surya Pooja, Significance & Traditions

मकर संक्रांति — सूर्य पूजा, महत्व और परंपराएं

Makar Sankranti marks the Sun's transition into Capricorn. Learn its spiritual significance and book Surya Archana with temple proof.

मकर संक्रांति सूर्य के मकर राशि में प्रवेश का प्रतीक है।

Significance of Makar Sankranti

मकर संक्रांति का महत्व

Makar Sankranti (January 14/15) is one of the few Hindu festivals based on the solar calendar. It marks the Sun's northward journey (Uttarayan) — considered the beginning of the auspicious half of the year. This day is sacred to Surya Dev and is celebrated with kite flying, til-gur sweets, and holy dips in sacred rivers. Performing Surya Archana on this day is especially powerful for strengthening the Sun in your horoscope.

मकर संक्रांति (14/15 जनवरी) सौर पंचांग पर आधारित कुछ हिंदू त्योहारों में से एक है। यह सूर्य की उत्तरायण यात्रा — वर्ष के शुभ भाग की शुरुआत — का प्रतीक है।

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I donate on Makar Sankranti?

Traditionally, donate til (sesame), gur (jaggery), warm clothes, and food to the needy. Also offer water (Arghya) to the Sun.

Book Surya Archana at a temple

Rs 499, shown upfront. Performed in your name and gotra. Photo proof emailed after the pooja.

Surya Dev Stotram

सूर्य देव की स्तोत्र · Hindi and English letters, with meaning

All Surya Dev aartis and mantras

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