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    Chhath - Wikipedia

    • Chhath Puja is a folk festival that lasts four days. It starts with Kartik Shukla Chaturthi and ends with Kartik Shukla Saptami. Chhath is celebrated twice in a year. Chaiti Chhath - It is observed in the Chaitra month of Vikram Samvat. Kartik Chhath - It is celebrated at a very large scale in the Kartika month of Vikram Samvat. Nahaay Khaay (Day 1) This is the first d… See more

    Overview

    Chhath is an ancient Indo-Nepalese Hindu festival native to Nepal and East India. It is celebrated especially in … See more

    Significance

    Chhath puja is dedicated to the Sun God Surya, as it is thought that the sun is visible to every being and is the basis of life of all creatures on Earth. Along with the Sun God, Chhathi Maiya is also worshipped on this day. Ac… See more

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    Also calledChhaith · Chhath Parva · Chhath Puja · Dala Chhath · Dala Puja · Surya Shashthi
    Observed byEast Indians and Nepalese · Bhojpuri, Magahi and Maithil ethnolinguistic groups.
    TypeCultural, Historical, Religious
    SignificanceTo venerate Surya, the sun god and his sister Chhathi Maiya
    Rituals and traditions

    • Chhath Celebration at Gangi River in Arrah
    • Chhath Puja Worship Material
    • A woman praying during Chhath
    • Women waiting with Prasada for offerings … See more

    History and associated legends

    In Champaran, Bihar and Madhesh Province, Nepal, it is a mythological belief that after leaving Ayodhya, Sita stayed in Valmiki Ashram located on the edge of Narayani River in Chitwan district. During that time she celebra… See more

    Further reading

    • Sharma, S. P.; Gupta, Seema (2006). Fairs and Festivals of India. Pustak Mahal. pp. 26–29. ISBN 978-81-223-0951-5.
    • Dhyani, Ashish (30 July 2021). Hindu Festivals-why to celebrate. Fantabulous Publishers India. pp. 133–140.… See more

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  2. Bihar Tourism
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    Chhath Puja is a Major Hindu Festival | Bihar Tourism

  3. The Indian Express
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    What is Chhath Puja, why is it celebrated - The Indian …

    Nov 19, 2023 · Chhath Puja is a four-day elaborate celebration in honour of the Sun, which involves a long fast without water, and making offerings to Usha and Pratyusha, the light of the rising and the setting Sun, while standing in a water …

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  5. Holidify
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  6. Learn Religions
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    Chhath Puja - Hindu Ritual for the Sun God - Learn …

    Oct 3, 2018 · Chhath Puja is a Hindu festival dedicated to the Sun God Surya. It is popular in the Northern and Eastern Indian states of Bihar and Jharkhand.

  7. Times of India
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    When is Chhath Puja 2022? History, Significance, …

    Oct 28, 2022 · Chhath Puja is a Hindu festival predominantly observed in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal and Jharkhand. On this day Sun God is worshiped with prayers and religious rituals.

  8. Google Arts & Culture
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    How Chhath Puja is Celebrated — Google Arts & Culture

    Chhath Puja is a Hindu Vedic festival celebrated in the Indian Sub-Continent, prominently in Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh and some areas in Madhya Pradesh in India and a few regions of...

  9. NativePlanet
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    Immerse Yourself in Bihars Rich Cultural Tradition …

    Nov 12, 2023 · Discover the profound spiritual and cultural facets of Chhath Puja, an ancient Hindu festival dedicated to the Sun God, in Bihar, India. Learn about the rituals, customs, and how to participate in this unique celebration.

  10. Today’s Traveller
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    Chhath Puja Festival: Honours the Sun God, and Divine Nature …

  11. mPanchang
    https://www.mpanchang.com/festivals/chhath-puja/?year=2024

    Chhath Puja 2024: Dates, timing, Rituals, Importance - mPanchang

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