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Makara Sankaranti refers to the

transmigration of the Sun from

one sign of the zodiac to another.

According to the Puranas, on

this day Surya, the Sun visits

the house of his son Shani,

Saturn, who is the lord of the

Zodiac Capricorn. Makar

Sankranti is one of the most

auspicious days for the Hindus

and is celebrated in almost all

parts of India in myriad cultural

forms, with great devotion. This

day is celebrated with special

sweets, although traditionally

flying kites is observed as a part

of this festival. On this occasion

the sky in Jaipur is filled with kites.

People invite friends and relatives

to their home for special festival

meals. Many Melas or fairs are

held on Makar Sankranti. Out of

all, well known and most famous

is Kumbh Mela.