Rakshabandhan
The festival of Rakshabandhan falls on the full moon day of the month of Shravan. It is celebrated as a symbol of love between a brother and a sister. On the day of Rakshabandhan, a sister ties rakhi on the wrist of her brother. She prays for his well-being. The brother promises to protect his sister. He also gives a gift to her. This festival unites people of all castes and religions. It is said that Queen Karnavati of Chittor sent a rakhi to the Mughal king Humayun. Humayun, on receiving the rakhi, marched with his army to protect Chittor. Rakshabandhan is also celebrated as Nariyali Poornima. Fishermen worship the sea on this day. They pray to the God of the Seas. They sing and dance the whole evening.
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