Maha Shivratri or Maha Shivaratri is a Hindu festival, celebrated all over the country with much pump and enthusiasm. The festival usually falls every year on the 13th night/14th day in the Krishna Paksha of the month of Maaghaor Phalgunain the Hindu calendar. The festival is exclusively dedicated to Lord Shiva which is known by hundreds of names. Maha Shivratri is the day to rejoice…to pray to the almighty for wellness.The prayers and worship continue throughout the night and the devotees offer coconut, Bilva leaves, fruits and specially prepared sacred food to Shiva and his divine consort Parvati.