Tamil New Year- Arulmigu Meenakshi Sundareshwarar Temple
Tamil Nadu celebrates Puthandunew year on the first day of the Tamil month Chithirai The Tamil Puthandu is observed in the month of April Puthandu is distinctive since it usually always falls on the same day each year according to the Gregorian calendar According to Hindu mythology it is believed that Lord Brahmathe creator created the universe on the day of Tamil Puthandu....
Tamil Nadu celebrates Puthandunew year on the first day of the Tamil month Chithirai The Tamil Puthandu is observed in the month of April Puthandu is distinctive since it usually always falls on the same day each year according to the Gregorian calendar According to Hindu mythology it is believed that Lord Brahmathe creator created the universe on the day of Tamil Puthandu
Puthandu also known as Varsha Pirappu is celebrated with a great deal of splendour and pomp by Tamilians across the nation In order to celebrate the new year with their loved ones people decorate their homes arrange special poojas and prepare Pongal. The Arulmigu Meenakshi Sundareshwarar Temple in Madurai commemorates the celebration with special poojas and homams. The people of the state celebrate this occasion by crafting kolams which are designs made of coloured rice flour at the house entrance Families prepare foods with Puthanduspecific dishes such as Pongal and mango pachadi Additionally some individuals make their households prosperous and joyful by singing devotional songs along with special poojas The mouthwatering foods of Puthandu spread also include vadai sambhar sadam rice payasam appalam papad vegetable curry fresh mango pickle and curd in addition to mango pachadi and Pongal The people of the state greet each other by saying Puthandu Nalvalthukal which translates to Happy New Year in English and fall on the feet of elders to express their respect The festival is celebrated by Tamilians all around the globe including Puducherry Sri Lanka Malaysia Singapore Reunion and Mauritius
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Activities
Drawing Kolam with coloured rice powder.
Poojas at households and temples.
Preparation of sweets and savories.
Greetings from family and friends.
Cultural and entertainment activities.
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Organized By
Department of Tourism
The Tourist Officer,
Tourist Office, No.1, West Veli Street, Madurai - 625 001.
04522334757
touristofficemadurai[at]gmail[dot]com
How to reach
The nearest airport is Madurai International Airport,
which is 11 KMs away.
The nearest convenient railway station is Madurai,
which is 1 KMs away.
The nearest major city is Madurai,
which is 1KMs away.