Jhulan Purnima

Jhulan Purnima
Radha Krishna on swing
Official nameJhulan Purnima/ঝুলন পূর্ণিমা
Observed byHindus, Vaishnavas
TypeHindu, Vedic
DateShraavana Purnima
FrequencyAnnual
Related toJanmashtami

Jhulan Purnima, Jhulan Yatra or Hindola is a Hindu swinging festival that is dedicated to Hindu god Krishna and goddess Radha. It is popularly celebrated by the Hindu Vaishnava sect in the month of Shravana (July-August) which falls under the monsoon season in India when the weather is hot, humid and slightly breezy. This festival is known for its display of decorated swings, songs and dance. It is a joyful festival which celebrates the amour of divine couple Radha and Krishna along with the romantic fervor of the rainy season in India.