Kanwar Yatra 2023: All You Need to Know
Important Dates and Timings
The 2023 Kanwar Yatra will commence on Tuesday, July 4th, and will conclude on Saturday, July 15th. The Jal abhishek will be performed on Sawan Shivaratri, which falls on Saturday, August 2nd, 2024.
Key Points
* The Kanwar Yatra is an annual pilgrimage undertaken by devotees of Lord Shiva. * It involves collecting water from the Ganges River at Haridwar or Gaumukh and offering it to Lord Shiva at various temples. * The journey is usually made on foot, by cycle, or by bullock cart and can last several days or even weeks. * During the Yatra, devotees chant religious slogans, sing devotional songs, and dance in a colorful display of faith. * The Kanwar Yatra is a significant religious event in India, and millions of devotees participate each year.