-There is an age old tradition and custom of hanging mango leaves at the entrance of the houses for it is believed to ward off evil spirits or any negative energy entering the house. The mango leaves are mainly hanged at the entrance of places of celebrations whether it may be home or common places. There are mentions about the hanging of mango leaves even in Bhagavat Gita, 'At each and every gate there were burning lamps and big water pots decorated with differently colored cloth, strings of pearls, flower garlands and hanging mango leaves.' (Srimad Bhagavatam 4.9.55)
