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March 5, 2027

Maha Shivaratri leads today's complete edition for India.

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A grand statue of Lord Shiva seated, overlooking the Indian Ocean, symbolizing serenity.
Regional/Cultural Day

Maha Shivaratri

The night Shiva performed the Tandava, the cosmic dance of creation and destruction. Devotees fast all day and stay awake all night, chanting "Om Namah Shivaya" in temples that stay open until dawn. Bael leaves are offered to the Shiva lingam, and the offering is always three leaves, never two, never four. The night belongs to Shiva, and the devotees belong to the night. . 2026: Feb 15. 2027: Mar 5.

Día de los Animales de Andorra — World Calendar Day
Regional/Cultural Day

Día de los Animales de Andorra

You encounter chamois, red squirrels, and golden eagles in Andorra's Pyrenean landscape. You notice that Andorrans commonly keep dogs, cats, and rabbits as household pets. ACADA celebrates the world's pets, and helps assure better care.