9 Things I Wish I'd Known Before Raksha Bandhan

A Special Day

1 Raksha Bandhan, also known as Rakhi, is a wonderful day to celebrate the love between brothers and sisters.

What is Rakhi

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Why It's Special

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When It's Celebrated

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Tying the Rakhi

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Brother's Promise

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Sharing Sweets

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Distance Doesn't Matter

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Expressing Love

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