Jallikattu is an ancient heroic sporting event of the Tamils from Tamil Nadu which takes place during the Pongal
festive season. Jallikattu is a South Indian celebration involving bull taming, somewhat similar to the Spanish running of the
bulls. It is held in the villages of Tamil Nadu on the eve of Mattu Pongal, one of the four days of Pongal festival (usually January
15 on the Western calendar). The one held in Alanganallur, near Madurai, is the most popular. This ancient Jallikattu sports is also
known as "Manju Virattu", meaning "chasing the bull".
According to legend, in olden days the game was used by women to choose their husbands. Successful "matadors" were chosen as a hero
among the girls and will be considered as a eligible bachelor to approach the girls for marriage proposal. You can watch more
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