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Unlike other Hindu festivals based on the Lunar calendar (Tithi), Makar Sankranti follows the Solar calendar. It marks the specific celestial event of the Sun entering the Capricorn (Makar) zodiac sign. Hence, it usually falls on Jan 14 or 15.

Ideally, No. The significance of Mahashivratri lies in the 'Jagran' (staying awake). It is believed that on this night, there is a natural upsurge of energy in the human spine. Keeping the spine vertical and staying awake helps one absorb this cosmic energy beneficial for physical and spiritual wellbeing.

Saturn turns Direct (Margi) on November 28, 2025, at approximately 1 degree of Pisces.

Visiting holy places (Tirthas) is meant to purify the mind. If you travel to a temple but your mind is full of anger and greed, the pilgrimage is useless. Conversely, if you sit at home with a pure, meditative mind, you have already reached the divine.