Pongal (festival) - Wikipedia
WebPongal is one of the most important festivals celebrated by Tamil people in Tamil Nadu and other parts of South India. It is also a major Tamil festival in Sri Lanka and observed by the Tamil diaspora worldwide.
Pongal: The Festival of South India, Pongalfestival.org
WebPongal 14th Jan 2025. Pongal is one of the most popular harvest festivals of South India, mainly of Tamil Nadu. Pongal falls in the mid-January every year and marks the auspicious beginning of Uttarayan - sun's journey northwards. Pongal festival lasts for four days.
Pongal Festival | festivals and Events in Tamil Nadu
WebPongal is usually celebrated between 13 and 16 January every year. The four days - Bhogi Pongal, Thai Pongal, Mattu Pongal and Kaanum Pongal - have their significance. Thai Pongal on January 14 corresponds with the Makar Sankranti, the harvest festival.
What is Pongal? - Indian Heritage
WebWhat is Pongal? Pongal is a harvest festival celebrated by the Tamil community. It is a celebration to thank the Sun, Mother Nature and the various farm animals that help to contribute to a bountiful harvest. Celebrated over four days, Pongal also marks the beginning of the Tamil month called Thai, which is considered an auspicious month.
தைப்பொங்கல் - தமிழ் விக்கிப்பீடியா
Webபொங்கல் (Pongal) என்பது தமிழர்களால் சிறப்பாகக் கொண்டாடப்படும் ஓர் அறுவடைப் பண்டிகை ஆகும்.
Pongal Festival 2023: History, Legends Behind Pongal | The Art of ...
Web14 Jan 2020 · So what is Pongal, how is it celebrated, and what are the unique customs practiced at this time? Learn all about it here. When is Pongal 2023? The Pongal festival is celebrated in the Tamil months of Margazhi (December-January) and Thai (January-February) between January 14 and 17.
Pongal: Pongal 2023: Date, Rituals, History, Story and Significance …
Web12 Jan 2023 · Pongal 2023: Pongal is considered to be one of the major festivals of South India and it is mainly celebrated in Tamil Nadu. In northern part of India, it is celebrated as Makar Sankranti.
Pongal – A Time to Start Anew! | INDIAN CULTURE
WebPongal, a harvest festival of Tamil Nadu, signals a time for new beginnings. It marks the end of a cold winter and signals the start of the sun’s six-month journey towards the North. On this auspicious day, the Sun is worshipped as the life force behind all creation.
Pongal 2021: History, significance and celebrations of the …
WebJan 14, 2021 11:35 AM IST. Pongal is celebrated with a lot of zeal in various parts of India, especially, Tamil Nadu and this year, it is being celebrated on January 14. Here's all you need to ...
Pongal 2023: Best places to visit in Tamil Nadu during the festival
WebThe four-day festival will be celebrated from January 15 to January 18 this year and will be marked by a variety of rituals and traditions. Here are best places to visit in Tamil Nadu during Pongal.