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‘Bihu’ is most important festival of Assamese people observed by all classes and castes. Festival has been adjusted at different ages; taking into consideration changed situation of particular age. ‘Bihu’ is mainly culture of masses, secular in concept and intimately connected with agriculture. ‘Bahag Bihu’: Most popular is ‘Bohag Bihu’ or ‘Rongali Bihu’ celebrated on […]
The fourth or last day of ‘Pongal’ is known as ‘Kanumu’. This day of ‘Pongal’ is meant for sightseeing. On this day, people dress up gaily to go out. Families go to picnics, visit relatives, tour their hometown, or tour their city. This day is for outdoors activities. Most people crowd out of home in […]
‘Makar Sankranti’ is one of the most auspicious days for the Hindus. It is celebrated in almost all parts of the country. There are many cultural forms, great devotions, dedication and happiness. Traditionally, ‘Makar Sankranti’ begins when Sun moves northward [‘Uttarayan’] and sun sign is ‘Makar’ [Capricorn]. According to Solar calendar, ’Makar Sankranti’ always falls […]
Being an agricultural land, India celebrates harvest festival all over the country. Hence, ‘Pongal’ festival of Tamil Nadu is observed in other parts too. Same festival is known by different names and there are different rituals. Many harvest festivals are celebrated in different parts of the country. Common thing for this festival is that it […]
People enjoy activities related to ‘Pongal’ while there is chill in the air. ‘Pongal’ festival is celebrated on 14th January of every year. Celebration spreads over four days making it the longest festival in Tamil calendar. Age old belief is that `’Thai’’ gives hope and brings good fortune so people are keen with joy. Pongal […]
People celebrating ‘Pongal’ festival should know meaning and significance of rituals associated with harvest festival. ‘Pongal’ or ‘Thai Pongal’ is also known as ‘Makara Sankaranthi’. Festival is celebrated on first day of ‘Thai’ when the Sun enters ‘Makara Rasi’ (Capricorn). At this time, winter comes to an end and spring arrives throughout northern hemisphere. Following […]
There are legendary stories associated with celebration of ‘Pongal’ festival. Two most popular legends of ‘Pongal’ stories are related to Lord Shiva and Lord Indra. According to a legend, Shiva told his bull, Basava, to descend to Earth. Shiva instructed to request mortals to oil massage and bath every day and eat once a month. […]
‘Pongal’ is an ancient festival celebrated by Tamils of south India. History of festival has been traced to Sangam Age between 200 B.C. and 300 A.D. ‘Pongal’ was initially a Dravidian harvest festival. This festival has been mention in ‘Puranas’ in Sanskrit language. Evidently, historians identify this festival as ‘Thai Un’ and ‘Thai Niradal’ celebrated […]
Harvest festival of ‘Pongal’ is unique and significant depending on the region. ‘Pongal’ is celebrated all over India and on the very same day. The basic difference is that the same festival has different names depending on the region. Common to all the regional harvest festivals are bonfires and feasts. Almost all states of India […]
‘Pongal’ is celebrated on 14th January every year. ‘Pongal’ is generally celebrated in January after winter solstice. Generally, date of ‘Pongal’ is always the same because it is according to solar calendar. Solar calendar is more accurate than lunar calendar. Date of ‘Pongal’ is extremely auspicious to Hindus. On ‘Pongal’ day, sun enters ‘Makaram Rashi’ […]
