Maha Shivaratri (Great Night of Shiva) celebrations start on the 13th evening of Phalgun, continuing into the 14th. Different from other festivals, it starts after sundown and goes through the night into the next day. Fasting, introspection and vigilance mark its celebrations rather than feasting and joyous merrymaking typical of other festivals. Maha Shivarati marks a solemn remembrance of “overcoming darkness and ignorance” in life and the world. The ardent devotees keep an all night vigil.
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