Holiday Ideas in January: Pongal Harvest Festival, India

Taking place every January the Pongal harvest festival is one of the biggest annual harvest celebrations in Tamil Nadu. This festival provides a wonderful opportunity to see rural Tamil Nadu life at its best and to learn of the many legends behind this celebration.

Tamil children, ChennaiVillage Dieties in Tamil Nadu

The Pongal harvest festival is one of the biggest annual harvest celebrations in Tamil Nadu. Lasting for three days, cattle races enliven the village festivities, and community meals are held to give thanks for the harvest, with a special 'porridge' being made for the cows. This festival provides a wonderful opportunity to see rural Tamil Nadu life at its best, and to learn of the many legends behind this celebration.

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