Chithirai Festival

The Chithirai festival in Madurai concluded with the Lord Kallazhagar procession returning from the Vaigai river.

About Chithirai Festival:

• It is an annual Tamil Hindu celebration in the city of Madurai during March-April, the Tamil months of Chithirai or Panguni.
• It is also celebrated during the Tamil month of Thai.
• The highlight is the divine wedding celebration of Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Sundareswarar.
• This event symbolizes the harmony between two major Hindu sects, the Saivaites and the Vaishnavites.
• Festival Activities:
  • The festivities kick off with a flag hoisting at the Meenakshi Temple.
  • Several religious activities honour both Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu.
  • The festival wraps up with grand ceremonies in Alagar Hills.
• The tradition of the car festival began 700 years ago under the reign of King Veerapandian.

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