Shravan

According to the lunar calendar, by
which most Hindu religious festivals are
determined, Shravan is the fifth month
in the lunar year, usually falling within
July and August. In northern India
Shravan is associated with the rains, the
breaking of the heat and revival of the
land, and a general feeling of release.
The major holidays in Shravan are Nag
Panchami, Kamika Ekadashi, Tulsidas
Jayanti, Putrada Ekadashi, and Raksha
Bandhan. In addition, the entire
month is deemed sacred to the god
Shiva, with all Mondays and the
Shravan Vrat marked out as times for
particular observances.