Amidst the resounding chants of ‘Govinda’ and the melodic strains of azhagar songs, Lord Kallazhagar, mounted on his golden horse vahanam, makes a grand entrance into Madurai, crossing the north banks of the Vaigai River as part of the Chithirai festival celebrations at the temple.
A multitude of devotees throng the streets, eagerly awaiting the arrival of Lord Kallazhagar as he makes his way towards the Vaigai River. The air is filled with anticipation and excitement as the procession progresses.
After numerous Mandagapadi, a ceremonial ritual of offerings, the procession makes its way to the Prasanna Venkatachalapathy Temple in Tallakulam. Here, Lord Kallazhagar, resplendent in green silk attire, is mounted on the Golden Stallion Vahan and continues his journey towards the Vaigai River.
Preceding the arrival of Lord Kallazhagar, Lord Veera Ragava Perumal, mounted on his Silver Stallion Vahan, arrives at the northern banks of the Vaigai River, marking the beginning of a sacred and festive occasion.
Gliding gracefully through the throngs of devotees, Lord Kallazhagar reaches the northern banks of the Vaigai River, where Lord Veera Ragava Perumal awaits him on a special platform erected for the occasion.
After the performance of special poojas, the procession proceeds to Ramarayar Mandapam for the Theerthavari ritual, in which thousands of devotees participate. Devotees spray scented water at the procession, a symbolic gesture of purification and blessings.
From Ramarayar Mandapam, the procession moves to Vandiyur, and then to Thenur Mandapam, continuing the grand spectacle and celebration of the Chithirai festival in Madurai.
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