Naag Panchmi

In Hindu mythology, the cobra has a special significance and the earth, it is believed, rests on the head of 'Shesha' - the thousand-hooded cobra. Snake worship is an important ritual of the Maharashtrians, and on the festival of Nag Panchami, a fair to venerate the snake god and clay icons of cobras are venerated in homes. People offer sweets and milk to the snake deity and the day is celebrated with folk dances and songs, especially in the countryside. You’ll see snake charmers on the streets displaying their pets, which are worshipped with offerings of milk, parched pulse and coins.

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