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August 30, 2025

Vedic Calendar API

A REST API for Vedic calendar calculations including tithis, nakshatras, ekadashi dates, and festival schedules.

Overview

A REST API that provides Vedic calendar calculations including tithis, nakshatras, ekadashi dates, and ISKCON festival schedules. Used by several temple websites and mobile apps.

Endpoints

  • /api/today -- Current tithi, nakshatra, and paksha
  • /api/ekadashi -- Next ekadashi with fasting guidelines
  • /api/festivals -- Upcoming ISKCON festivals
  • /api/panchang/:date -- Full panchang for any date

Technical Details

  • Astronomical calculations based on Swiss Ephemeris
  • Timezone-aware results for any location
  • Caching layer for frequently requested dates
  • Rate limiting and API key authentication

Developed by

Shyam