Pongal (IPA: / ˈθaɪˈpoʊŋʌl /) is a multi-day Hindu harvest festival celebrated by Tamils. The festival is celebrated over three or four days with Bhogi, Thai Pongal, Mattu Pongal and Kanum Pongal, beginning on the last day of the Tamil calendar month of Margazhi, and observed on consecutive days.

Jan 17, 2025 · Discover the vibrant Pongal Festival in Tamil Nadu, celebrating the harvest season with family rituals, gratitude, and community bonding.

Jan 10, 2025 · Pongal, Tamil Nadu's harvest festival, is a vibrant celebration of gratitude to the Sun God. The festival is marked by rituals, feasts, and cultural events. From temple ceremonies in Madurai and Thanjavur to community feasts in Trichy, Tamil Nadu offers diverse ways to experience the festivities.

Jan 14, 2024 · Pongal 2024: The festival of Pongal will begin on January 15 and end on January 18, 2024. It is celebrated for four days in Tamil Nadu and is significant for Tamilians.

Jan 14, 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.

Jan 22, 2025 · Pongal, four-day harvest festival of Tamil Nadu state, southern India. Pongal is also celebrated by the Tamil diaspora in various other regions of southern India and around the world.

Pongal 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.

Sep 21, 2024 · This comprehensive guide provides an in-depth understanding of the Pongal Festival Tamil Nadu, its significance, traditions, and modern adaptations. Embrace the festive spirit and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Tamil Nadu.

Discover the essence of Pongal Festival 2025! Explore its traditions, history, and cultural significance, along with unique celebration ideas for this vibrant Tamil harvest festival.

Jan 6, 2025 · Pongal (Tamil:பொங்கல், Telugu:పొంగల్, Malayalam:പൊങ്കൽ) or Thai Pongal is celebrated as the most important harvest festival in Tamil Nadu. It commemorates the blessings of the Sun God that leads to a good harvest and prosperity in life. It derives its name from the special sweet dish that is prepared on this day to be offered to the God of worship.