Makar Sankranti 2024: Take Flight with This Easy DIY Kite-Making Guide
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Makar Sankranti is right around the corner. It is celebrated with great pomp and grandeur across the country. This is the harvest festival, when people gather to make special dishes, fly kites, donate money, and worship the Sun God. It is usually celebrated on January 14 every year. Makar Sankranti, on the other hand, falls on January 15 every leap year. This year, the much-awaited festival will be observed on January 15.
Makar Sankranti, known by various names throughout India, marks the Sunβs transit into the Makara Rashi or Capricorn sign.
Makar Sankranti 2024: Tradition Of Kite Flying
The tradition of flying kites during Makar Sankranti is popular throughout the country and has recently spread to other parts of the world. However, this festival not only brings fun and excitement but also has several health benefits.
Flying kites provide us with healthy exposure to the Sun in the mornings and early sun rays are known to be high in Vitamin D. Because winter brings a lot of illness, sun rays are known to cure it all.
Makar Sankranti brings prosperity, joy, and hope for a better tomorrow. The Kite Flying Festival, on the other hand, is a great way to celebrate traditions with your loved ones.
The kite festival is a concept in which people gather to compete in kite flying competitions and games. This is the day when colourful kites fill the beautiful blue skies. Several people gather to watch the show and showcase their kite-making skills as well.