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Pongal is a popular harvest festival celebrated in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is a four-day festival that typically takes place in mid-January and is dedicated to the Sun God, Surya. Pongal is a time for expressing gratitude to nature and celebrating the bountiful harvest. Here's a comprehensive guide to the Pongal festival in Tamil Nadu
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About Pongal Festival :-
Pongal also referred to as Thai Pongal, is a multi-day Hindu harvest festival celebrated by Tamils. It is observed in the month of Thai according to the Tamil solar calendar and usually falls on 14th or 15 January. It is dedicated to the Surya, the Sun God and corresponds to Makar Sankranti, the harvest festival under many regional names celebrated throughout India. The festival is celebrated over three or four days with Bhogi, Surya Pongal, Maatu Pongal and Kaanum Pongal, observed on consecutive days.
How Tamilnadu celebrates the Pongal Festival :-
Day 1: Bhogi Pongal
Bhogi Pongal marks the beginning of the festival and usually falls on January 13th, People wake up early and discard old and unused items by burning them in a bonfire.Homes are cleaned and decorated to welcome the festival, Special dishes like 'Ven Pongal' and 'Sakkarai Pongal' are prepared
Day 2: thai pongal
Thai Pongal, the main day of the festival, is celebrated on January 14th, People wake up early to prepare the traditional dish called 'Pongal' by boiling newly harvested rice with milk and jaggery in earthen pots, The Pongal dish is offered to the Sun God as a symbol of gratitude for the harvest. Traditional rituals and prayers are performed at homes and temples, Families come together to celebrate and share the Pongal dish, Folk dances, music, and traditional games are organized in various villages.
Day 3: Mattu Pongal
Mattu Pongal is observed on January 15th, This day is dedicated to honoring and thanking cattle, particularly cows, for their role in agriculture, Cattle are bathed, decorated, and worshipped, Traditional 'Jallikattu' (bull-taming) events may take place in some regions, Special dishes like 'Jallikattu Kozhambu' are prepared.
Day 4: kaanum Pongal
Kaanum Pongal, also known as 'Karinaal' in some regions, is celebrated on January 16th, Families gather for a picnic or outing, People visit relatives and friends, and some may go to public places like parks or beaches, Special prayers are offered for the well-being of family members, The day is marked by various recreational activities.
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