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Pongal 2025: 5 must-visit places in Tamil Nadu to celebrate this harvest festival

Experience the vibrant culture of Tamil Nadu during Pongal 2025! Explore 5 must-visit places to celebrate this harvest festival. Immerse yourself in tradition, music, and revelry!

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Pongal 2025: 5 must-visit places in Tamil Nadu to celebrate this harvest festival
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Pongal 2025: 5 must-visit places in Tamil Nadu to celebrate this harvest festival
Pongal, celebrated from January 14 to 17 in 2025, is one of Tamil Nadu's grandest festivals. Here are five places you must visit to experience the vibrant spirit of this harvest celebration.
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Pongal, celebrated from January 14 to 17 in 2025, is one of Tamil Nadu's grandest festivals. Here are five places you must visit to experience the vibrant spirit of this harvest celebration.
Thanjavur: Known for its cultural heritage. Thanjavur offers an authentic Pongal experience. Witness traditional cooking of Pongal dishes, kolam (rangoli) competitions, and festive music around the iconic Brihadeeswara Temple.
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Thanjavur: Known for its cultural heritage. Thanjavur offers an authentic Pongal experience. Witness traditional cooking of Pongal dishes, kolam (rangoli) competitions, and festive music around the iconic Brihadeeswara Temple.
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Madurai: Madurai transforms into a festive hub during Pongal. The city's ancient temples, such as the Meenakshi Amman Temple, are beautifully decorated, and local markets buzz with activity. Don’t miss the Jallikattu bull-taming events in nearby villages.
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Madurai: Madurai transforms into a festive hub during Pongal. The city's ancient temples, such as the Meenakshi Amman Temple, are beautifully decorated, and local markets buzz with activity. Don’t miss the Jallikattu bull-taming events in nearby villages.
Coimbatore: Known as the
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Coimbatore: Known as the "Manchester of South India," Coimbatore celebrates Pongal with grand processions, folk dances, and cultural programs. Visit nearby Pollachi for a more rustic Pongal vibe and enjoy the region’s rich agrarian traditions.
Salem: Salem offers a serene yet festive Pongal experience amidst its picturesque landscapes. It’s famous for community Pongal celebrations and rural sports like bullock cart races and traditional games.
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Salem: Salem offers a serene yet festive Pongal experience amidst its picturesque landscapes. It’s famous for community Pongal celebrations and rural sports like bullock cart races and traditional games.
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Chennai: The capital city celebrates Pongal with a mix of urban and traditional vibes. Visit cultural events at DakshinaChitra and Marina Beach, where you can see vibrant kolams, dance performances, and Pongal cooking competitions.
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Chennai: The capital city celebrates Pongal with a mix of urban and traditional vibes. Visit cultural events at DakshinaChitra and Marina Beach, where you can see vibrant kolams, dance performances, and Pongal cooking competitions.
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