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Festivals in Madurai
Festivals in Madurai
Madurai is famous for the Chithrai Festival which takes place during mid April-May, during the Hindu month of Chithrai, when millions pour into the city for the carnival. In 2009, the festival starts on April 14. The main events are:
Day 1: Flag hoisting, official start of festival
Day 8: Coronation of Meenakshi Amman
Day 9: Procession of the goddess
Day 10: Celestial wedding (Thirukalyanam) of Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Sundareswarar
Day 11: Chariot procession (Ther Thiruvizhah)
Day 12: Float procession (Theppa Thiruvizhah)
Madurai is also famous for its yearly bull run "Jallikattu" which coincides with Pongal festival in the month of January.
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