KULASAI DASARA, THIRUCHENDUR - TAMIL NADU
Dasara day is considered a most auspicious day. It is a time-honoured belief that if any new venture is started on this day, it is bound to be successful. Hence, all the undertakings be it laying of foundation of a new building, opening of a new commercial establishment or even initiating a child into the world of learning are started on this day. Kulasai is famous for its unique way of celebrating Dasara in the temple of Sri Mutharamman. Millions of devotees throng the temple painting their bodies in various avatars as an offering to the deity. It is a vibrant and colorful confluence during the ten days. The energy, fervour and enthusiasm of the devotees will fascinate anyone.
Dasara is being celebrated as a big festival. Millions of people assemble here to celebrate this festival. This temple stands unique amongst the other temples, which celebrates Dasara. The festival is celebrated for 12 days instead of the usual 9 days (Navaratri). It has been a rather little-known mela, despite it being a melting pot of charged music and dance, colour and costume, drama and spirituality.
