Pongal is the main festival of South Indian Hindus. This festival is celebrated like Makar Sankranti and Lohri. It is a festival related to crops. The festival of Pongal is celebrated when the Sun enters Capricorn. This east is celebrated for the whole 4 days.
In today's article, we are going to tell you 10 interesting facts related to this festival.
1. When do you celebrate this festival
Every year this festival is celebrated around Mankar Sankranti. This festival is celebrated only in the Pratipada of the month of Pausha. The festival of Pongal and Khichdi is celebrated during the auspicious time of the Sun.
2. Do you know the meaning of Pongal?
On the festival of Pongal, we take a vow to give up bad things and embrace good things. In such a situation, this festival is celebrated with great pomp.
3. This festival lasts for four days
The festival of Pongal is celebrated with great pomp and show for the whole 4 days. On these four days Bhogi Pongal is celebrated on the first day, Thai Pongal on the second day, Kanum Pongal on the third day, and Kanum Pongal on the fourth day.
4. Rains for crops
Bhogi Pongal is dedicated to Lord Indra. This day is dedicated to Indra because he rains for good crops.
5. Special worship
The second day is dedicated to Surya Pongal. On this day a special type of kheer is made from new rice and offered to Lord Surya.
6. Cattle get bathed
On this day farmers bathe their cattle and worship them by applying oil to their horns. Special dishes are also made for them.
7. New year begins
On this day farmers bathe their cattle and worship them by applying oil to their horns. Special dishes are also made for them.
8. A festival of nature
Pongal is more a festival associated with nature and agriculture than a religious festival. This festival is celebrated in a very special way.
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