Karthika Pournami is the full moon day in Karthika month in
Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. The day is of great significance in all temples
dedicated to Shiva and Vishnu. Karthika Pournami 2024 date is November 15.
Taking holy dip on the day in holy rivers and sacred water bodies are
considered highly meritorious.
Legend has it that Goddess Lakshmi and Chandra, the moon
god, appeared on this day during the Samudra Manthan or Churning of the ocean.
Shiva destroyed the three cities of Asuras (demons) on the
day and therefore the day full moon day is also known as Tripurari Pournami.
Srikalahasti and Srisailam temples attract large number of
devotees on the day.
Thousands of devotees take holy dip in Suryalanka beach near
Bapatla on the day. People also take holy dip in Krishna and Godavari River