Vedic calendar
Discover the rhythm of the Panchang.
Understand the five traditional parts of the Hindu calendar: tithi, vara, nakshatra, yoga and karana.
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The five elements
What makes a Panchang?
These concepts help interpret traditional dates, observances and ceremonial timing.
☼VaraThe weekday, traditionally associated with one of the seven classical planetary deities.
☾TithiA lunar day defined by the changing angular relationship between Sun and Moon.
✶NakshatraOne of the lunar mansions describing where the Moon lies along the sidereal zodiac.
✧Yoga & KaranaAdditional astronomical factors used in traditional almanac calculations.
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