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Kavadi is a symbolic offering carried by devotees in honour of Lord Murugan, the Hindu god of war and victory. Kavadi represents a burden or sacrifice undertaken by devotees to seek blessings, fulfill vows, or express gratitude to the deity. This act of devotion is most prominent during the Thaipusam festival, celebrated with fervour in Tamil Nadu, Malaysia, Singapore, and other parts of the world.  The Story of Kavadi and Idumban  The origins of Kavadi trace back to the legend of Idumban, a devoted follower of Sage Agastya. The sage instructed Idumban to bring two hills, Sivagiri and Shaktigiri, from the...

Thaipusam is a special celebration for the Tamil people. Every year, people around the world come together to celebrate the Thaipusam festival. This festival holds deep religious and cultural significance. It is a festival dedicated to showing deep devotion to Lord Murugan, the Hindu god of war, wisdom, and victory, and promises to be a vibrant celebration of faith.   Thaipusam 2025 Date This year, Thai Pusam falls on Tuesday, February 11th. It is particularly special as the festival aligns with this auspicious day for Lord Murugan.Poosam Nakshatram begins at 7:12 PM on February 10, 2025, and ends at 7:31 PM...

Thaipusam Kavadi falls on 5th of February 2023 Thaipusam Kavadi is a significant Hindu festival that is celebrated in honour of Lord Murugan, the son of Lord Shiva and Parvati. The festival falls on the full moon day of the Tamil month of Thai, which is typically in January or February of the Gregorian calendar. This year, Thaipusam Kavadi falls on February 5th. The word "kavadi" refers to the large, elaborate wooden structure that is carried by devotees as a form of devotion and penance. This structure is decorated with colourful flowers, peacock feathers, and other symbols of Lord Murugan....