Here`s how modern day Haryali Teej is celebrated

Posted on 05/08/2016 I by: AstroSaathi

Haryali Teej is one of the central and most loved festivals of North India celebrated on the third day of the first fortnight of Shravan or Sawan month usually between July and August of the Gregorian calendar. Hindu mythology dictates that this festival reflects the reunion of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.

Here is how modern day Haryali Teej is celebrated.

Women keep fast for the longevity and wellbeing of their husbands on this day.

The fast is finally broken after offering prayers to the moon in the evening and worshiping Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.

Women typically wear green clothes and accessories to bring this festival to life.

Many unmarried women also keep the fast and take part in the celebration.

Teej special disco tracks are also in with the trend keeping the traditional Teej songs alive to some extent.

Playing cards, antakshari and tambola like fun games are also becoming part of the merriment.

Mehndi artists are also called to the party venue for those who want to put mehndi. Such arrangements give the celebration a carnival look.