Krishna Pushkaram is held once in 12 years and is conducted
in Srisailam, Guntur and Krishna districts of Andhra Pradesh through which
Krishna River flows. Krishna Pushkaram 2016 dates are from August 12. This
pushkaram is held when Jupiter enters Kanya Rasi (Virgo). The main ritual
includes taking holy dip in the Krishna River.
A Pushakaram takes place once in 12 years when Jupitar
(Brishaspati) enters a particular zodiac.
There are total of 12
rivers where Pushkaram takes place. The most famous is the Godavari
Pushkaram.
The ritual of pushkaram is more popular in Andhra Pradesh.