2) Chithirai festival Flashcards
1
Q
Where is this festival celebrated ?
A
In Madurai , TN
2
Q
Context ?
A
Due to COVID-19 , it will be done on a smaller scale and will be streamed online
3
Q
When is it usually celebrated ?
A
April – Tamil month of Chithirai
4
Q
What happens in this festival ?
A
Its a 1 month long festival !!
First 15 days – Coronation of Goddess Meenakshi and Marraige of Lord Sundareshwara with Meenakshi
Next 15 days – Journey of Lord Alagar from Kallazhagar temple in Alagar Koyil to Madurai
5
Q
Features of Meenakshi temple ?
A
1) Located at Madurai
2) Southern bank of Vaigai river
3) Built during Pandyas rule
4) Houses 14 gopurams
