New Delhi, Aug. 25 -- : Soaked in religious fervour and festive spirit, thousands of devotees thronged to various temples across the country on Saturday night to celebrate the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna.
One of the main highlights of the fun-filled festival was the 'dahi handi' events.
People fasted throughout the day while prayers were offered all night and religious hymns were sung in the temples as part of the festivities.
Devotees in Mathura gathered at Shri Krishna Janmbhoomi Temple -- where Lord Krishna is believed to be born -- to celebrate Janmashtami. Devotees were seen dancing on devotional songs and chanting "Hare Krishna, Hare Rama".
People took part in the traditional 'dahi handi' event with 'Govindas' showing up in ...