Falling right after Diwali, Govardhan Puja is a festival of where Hindu devotees offer gratitude to Lord Krishna, for the abundance he grants his followers.
On this day, devotees offer an elaborate spread of food made from grains, pulses and vegetables to thank Lord Krishna for his protection and blessings.
According to Hindu scriptures, this is the day on which Lord Krishna lifted the Govardhan Hill on his little finger to shelter the people of Gokul from torrential rains sent by Lord Indra, the god of rain.
The story, which is a symbol of having faith in the divine, is also a reminder of how we should have faith in nature and thank it for its bounty as well.
Govardhan Puja often centres around the worship of cow, which is considered very sacred in Hinduism.
Cows are often worshipped and believed to be a symbol of Goddess Lakshmi, who is worshipped on Diwali during Lakshmi Puja.
