India is well known for its colorful festivals and celebratory
enthusiasm. Though the significance of these festivals varies with each
occasion, they are observed with great splendor and joy. The basic
individuality of Indian festivals is the fun, enthusiasm, feasts,
customs, rituals, and prayers. The festival of Raksha Bandhan keeps the
emotional bonding of the family members and the community intact.
Like all other festivals and holidays, there are many legends attached
to Raksha Bandhan too and signify the importance of Rakhi in India. We
find many mythological as well as historical legends associated with
Raksha Bandhan. In this section of our Raksha Bandhan legends, we are
bringing to you both the mythological and historical legends behind
Raksha Bandhan.
