Makar Sankranti
Makar Sankranti is the celebration of the sun's journey from the Southern to the Northern Hemisphere and is considered an auspicious time. Makar translates as 'Capricorn' and Sankranti means 'transition'. The astrological configuration on Makar Sankranti is called 'Maha-snana-yoga.
Flying kites also have mythological significance. In Hindu mythology, the sun is considered a symbol of divine energy. Flying kites is a way to worship the sun and acknowledge its importance in our lives