Man versus bull in India!

Crowds during Jallikattu bull taming in the season of Pongal celebrations... One more use for the Holy Cow in India!

According to Wikipedia: "Jallikattu or Eruthazhuvuthal or Manju Virattu is a bull taming sport played in Tamil Nadu as a part of Pongal celebrations usually on Mattu Pongal day. This is one of the oldest living ancient sports seen in the modern era. Although it sounds similar to the Spanish running of the bulls, it is quite different. In Jallikattu, the bull is not killed and the 'matadors' are not supposed to use any weapon. It is held in the villages of Tamil Nadu as a part of the village festival. The festivals are held from January to July, every year. Jallikattu's been played first in Palamedu,a village located near madurai on January 15 which was getting famous in recent years followed by the world-famous "Alanganallur-Jallikattu" in Alanganallur, another village near Madurai on 16 January. There is specific breed of cattle bred for this purpose which are called by two common name, Jellicut and from the place of a big breeder Pulikulam."

Kerala is a treasure trove for history lovers which will simply leave you mesmerised about the rich history of south Indian states. Apart from the famous historical places of Kerala there are many religious festivals and traditions that cannot be witnessed in a single trip. Here is one such practice that will take your breath away.

Kerala - Through the kaleidoscope of festivals, South India appears to be a colorful and vibrant place to live in and travel around. The cities of South India, including the places of worships and state buildings, are adorned with startling lights that leave an outsider mesmerized. For, the architecturally rich and culturally evolving societies of South India connect to their unparalleled cumulative historical struggles and achievements etched in mythology through these very festivals. A festival tour of South India gives you a comprehensive taste of the distinct culture that underlines a progressive lifestyle in South India.

Festivals to see on your travel to South India :

» Onam Festival
» Pongal Festival
» Karthigai Deepam Festival
» Aranmula Boat Race Festival
» Nehru Trophy Boat Race

Source - http://www.southindiatraveltourism.com/

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