Vaikuntha Chaturdashi falls on November 14 this year. The day is dedicated to both Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu. It is celebrated a day before Kartik Purnima. On this day, Lord Vishnu returns from ...

According to Hindu tradition, Vaikuntha Chaturdashi marks a unique event from the Shiva Purana. It is believed that on this auspicious day, Lord Vishnu journeyed to Varanasi to honor and worship ...

Vaikuntha Chaturdashi, celebrated on November 14th, 2024, marks a grand celebration in Ujjain. Lord Mahakal, in a royal procession, visits the Gopala Temple at midnight for Harihara Milan, a ...

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