Description:
The Chandipusam is a Hindu festival celebrated in the state of Tamil Nadu in southern India. It is also known as the Chariot Festival, the Festival of the Wheels, and the Festival of the Sun. The festival is celebrated on the first day of the Tamil month of Aadi (April-May). The festival commemorates the victory of the Hindu god Vishnu over the demon king Mahishasura. The festival is celebrated by Hindus, Muslims, and Christians. The festival is also celebrated by people of other religions in Tamil Nadu and in some other parts of India. The festival is celebrated with religious processions, music, and dance. The festival is also known as Pongal in the state of Tamil Nadu. The Chandipusam festival is also celebrated in the states of Kerala, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh.
