Blogs — Chithirai
Chithirai Festival 2025: Meenakshi Thirukalyanam and Alagar’s Sacred Journey
The people of Madurai eagerly wait all year for the grand festival of Meenakshi Thirukalyanam and Kallazhagar's journey to the Vaigai River. Even people from other states wish to witness this vibrant tradition at least once in their lifetime. The Chithirai Festival in Madurai is one of the most popular and spiritually significant celebrations in Tamil Nadu, held during the Tamil month of Chithirai. This splendid festival is rich in history and fascinating facts, let's explore in this article. Significance of Chithirai festival The Chithirai Festival, also known as Meenakshi Thirukalyanam, is an annual celebration held in Madurai by the...
Chitra Pournami 2025: Date and Time, Significance, and Rituals.
Chitra pournami is a special day observed by tamil people on the full moon day of the tamil month chithirai (April–May). Each month, the full moon occurs under a specific star. In the month of Chithirai, the pournami falls under chithirai nakshatra. It is the first pournami after Tamil New Year. It holds spiritual importance, especially in South India, and is associated with Lord Chitragupta, the celestial accountant of dharma and karma. Chitra Pournami Date and Time 2025: Chitra Pournami 2025 – Date and Tithi (Vakya Panchangam) Chitra Pournami will be observed on Monday, May 12, 2025. Pournami Tithi Begins: 8:47 PM...