While some facts about Akshaya Tritiya and its significance are well known to all, there are a few more that are least heard of. What is the significance of Akshaya Tritiya? Apart from the rush to purchase gold there are many other reasons why this day is very significant. Some of the commonly known reasons are listed below. We also give you a list of seven least known facts. Significance of Akshaya Tritiya (1) Lord Parashurama appeared on this day (2) River Ganges descended to Earth on this day (3) This day marks the beginning of Treta-yuga (4) Sudama visited Krishna at Dwaraka (5) The Pandavas received Akshaya Patra from the Sun God (6) Vyasadeva started composing Mahabharata on this day (7) Adi Shankaracharya composed Kanakadhara Stotram on this day (8) Kubera received his wealth and position as custodian of wealth, and (9) Goddess Annapoorna Devi appeared on this day. Related Article: Five things you must do on Akshaya Tritiya Now, let us know about ...