Akshaya Tritiya
अक्षय तृतीया
April 20, 2026 · Baishakh 7, 2083 BS
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Plan a trip around Akshaya TritiyaHistory & origin
'Akshaya' means imperishable or never-diminishing; anything begun, bought or given in charity on this day is traditionally believed to bring undiminishing merit and prosperity. The date is also associated with the birth of Parashurama, an avatar of Vishnu, and marks the start of the Char Dham pilgrimage season in the wider Himalaya.
How it’s celebrated
Devotees visit Vishnu and Shiva temples and perform charitable giving (dan). The day is considered especially favorable for gold purchases, weddings, and starting new ventures or construction, following broader South Asian Hindu practice.
Tips for visitors
A culturally significant but visually low-key day for visitors — mainly notable for markets and jewelry shops being busier than usual, rather than public festivities.
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