The auspicious Hindu festival of Janmashtami is right around the corner. Also known as Krishna Janmashtami, Gokulashtami, Krishnasthami or Srijayanti, the day commemorates the eighth avatar of Vishnu, Lord Krishna's birth anniversary. Devotees of Lord Krishna throng the temples on this day to worship the God and seek his blessings. According to Vedic chronology, this year will mark Lord Krishna's 5250th birthday. The biggest Janmashtami celebrations are held in Mathura, Vrindavan and Dwarka - where Lord Krishna is believed to have been born and spent his growing up years. If you and your family are ringing in the festival, scroll through to know its history, significance, date, celebrations and more.