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| Aadi Perukku Festival |
The
traditional Tamil calendar is one long pageant of a colorful mosaic of
festivals. These festivals are an expression of the joyous spirit of
celebration.
Adiperukku
is a Tamil festival celebrated on the 18th day of the Tamil month of Adi (july
15-August 15). Adiperukku, otherwise called Pathinettam perukku.
The
newly-married couple goes to their in-laws to celebrate Aadi. They also drown
the garland which they wore on the day of their marriage and which they kept
safely. On the very day the couple
dresses once again as bride and bridegroom. They receive gifts from both
parents to commemorate the first Aadi Paddinettaam Perukku Vizha. They also
share a common meal with the family.
The festival is unique in itself because the
wife prays not for herself only but also for the longevity and the well-being
of her husband.
Special
food is prepared on this day and family and friends get together and pray for
uninterrupted supply of water and a good harvest.
Recipes (Click the link)
