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340 BCE
The Beginning of Aadi
Aadi is a grand occasion of fertility that has been celebrated since the time of kings and royal families. -
Aadi Pirappu
the first day of Aadi involves draining and roasting coconuts which are called “Payasam" and are considered a delicacy. the new groom in the family is invited to the Brides house and the couple is gifted with new dresses and other presents and treated well with a feast. -
Aadi Ammavasai:
Aadi amavasai is one of the three most powerful new moon days to offer Pitru Tarpanam (ancestral rituals) to honor your ancestors and receive their eternal blessings. Many people travel to Rameshwaram, take bath on the holy river and perform tharpanam on the banks of the holy river. -
Aadi Chevvai
Aadi Chevvai (Tuesday’s in Aadi month) is also so special as many women pray to Goddess Parvati. There is a special fasting they call it as “Ovvai Nonbu“. -
Aadi Velli
Aadi Velli refers to the divine Fridays that occur during the Tamil month of Aadi, all of which are sacred days to unite with the Goddess power or the divine feminine Shakti. -
Aadi Perukku
Aadi Perukku is a unique occasion dedicated to the rivers basins of Tamil Nadu and the major lakes in that region. It is intended to celebrate the water level risings during monsoon which is expected to occur on the 18th day of the Adi month of the Tamil calendar. -
The Evolution for Aadi
Aadi has remained close to its original form, however, it has changed over the centuries due to different conquers and rulers. during the British colonisation, aadi had more of an emphasis on clothing as it became cheaper.