Mahashivaratri, known as the night of Lord Shiva, is observed with great fervour in India and other Hindu populous countries

The Mahashivaratri, night dedicated to Lord Shiva, falls on Wednesday this year

Generally, the day of Mahashivaratri falls on every 13th night or 14th day of lunar-solar month according to the Lunar Calendar

Every temple of Lord Shiva is flocked with pilgrims on the day of Shivaratri

It also marks the divine marriage of Lord Shiva--the lord of destruction--with Goddess Parvati

According to Hindu mythology, on the night of their wedding, Lord Shiva was escorted to Goddess Parvati's house by a diverse group of Hindu gods, goddesses, animals, and demons

The Shiva-Shakti duo is considered the epitome of love, power, and togetherness

The festival marking their sacred union, Maha Shivratri, is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm across India