Tulsi Vivah
The ceremonial marriage of the sacred tulsi plant to Vishnu.
- Deity
- Tulsi and Vishnu
- When
- November
Significance
Tulsi Vivah, on Kartika Shukla Dwadashi, celebrates the ritual marriage of the tulsi (holy basil) plant, regarded as a form of the goddess, to Vishnu in his form as Shaligram. It marks the end of the four-month Chaturmas period and the beginning of the Hindu wedding season. It honours tulsi as sacred and dear to Vishnu.
How it is celebrated
Households and temples decorate a tulsi plant as a bride and conduct a marriage ceremony with Vishnu, complete with the wedding rituals. The occasion is treated as an auspicious family festival.
Frequently asked questions
What is Tulsi Vivah?
Tulsi Vivah, on Kartika Shukla Dwadashi, celebrates the ritual marriage of the tulsi (holy basil) plant, regarded as a form of the goddess, to Vishnu in his form as Shaligram. It marks the end of the four-month Chaturmas period and the beginning of the Hindu wedding season. It honours tulsi as sacred and dear to Vishnu.
When is Tulsi Vivah in Mumbai, MH?
Tulsi Vivah falls in November; the next one for Mumbai, MH is on 21 November 2026.
How is Tulsi Vivah celebrated?
Households and temples decorate a tulsi plant as a bride and conduct a marriage ceremony with Vishnu, complete with the wedding rituals. The occasion is treated as an auspicious family festival.
Which deity is worshipped on Tulsi Vivah?
Tulsi Vivah is dedicated to Tulsi and Vishnu.
Last updated 26 July 2026