Karthika Deepam

Karthika Deepam or Thrikarthika, is a Hindu festival of lights. It is mainly observed by Tamils and Malayalis in India, Sri Lanka and other regions with significant Tamil diaspora.... Wikipedia

• Observed by:  Tamil and Malayali Hindus, and Caribbean Shaktism
• Significance:  Shiva's manifestation as Jyotirlinga, Origin of Kartikeya, Veneration of Parvati
• Celebrations:  Puja, celebrations, lighting of bonfires and lamps
• Date:  Kṛttikā nakshatra in the Tamil month of Karthigai
• date:  Kṛttikā nakshatra in the Tamil month of Karthigai
• Frequency:  Annual
• Data source:  DuckDuckGo