Maha Shivratri is devoted to Lord Shiva, and the people are used to fasting and conducting overnight vigils, praying for blessings and elevated spiritual growth. A part of Pongal, Jallikattu is an ancient bull-taming sport that shows the bravery and velour depth of the Tamil culture. Vinayaka Chaturthi comes to pay respect to Lord Ganesha and is celebrated by following extensive rituals and immersion of beautiful idols. Pongal is a vibrant harvest festival celebrated over four days in Tamil Nadu, offering thanks to the Sun God. The festivities include traditional customs, lively music, and dance performances. Thai Pusam is celebrated as a festival by Tamilians performing acts of devotion, as well as penance in the praise of Lord Murugan. Theppam, or the Float Festival, organized on the Mariamman Teppakulam tank at Madurai, shows decorated floats, due to which the whole scenario looks very pleasing to the viewer’s eyes.