A popular festival in Madurai that re-enacts the wedding of Sundareswarar and the Goddess Meenakshi. It is one of the longest festivals in India, lasting one month.
Chithirai Festival

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A popular festival in Madurai that re-enacts the wedding of Sundareswarar and the Goddess Meenakshi. It is one of the longest festivals in India, lasting one month.
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