Mahashivaratri, known as the night of Lord Shiva, is observed with great fervour in India and other Hindu populous countries
Generally, the day of Mahashivaratri falls on every 13th night or 14th day of lunar-solar month according to the Lunar Calendar
It also marks the divine marriage of Lord Shiva--the lord of destruction--with Goddess Parvati
According to Hindu mythology, on the night of their wedding, Lord Shiva was escorted to Goddess Parvati's house by a diverse group of Hindu gods, goddesses, animals, and demons
The festival marking their sacred union, Maha Shivratri, is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm across India
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