Kulasaid Dasara is a cultural and religious festival held at the 300-year-old Sri Mutharamman temple in Kulasekharapatnam, Tamil Nadu.
(Photo | Ashwin Prasath, EPS)
The festival is held during the ten days leading up to Vijayadashami.
(Photo | Ashwin Prasath, EPS)
(Photo | Ashwin Prasath, EPS)
‘Mahisha Soorasamharam’, the final event of the Dussehra festival was held at the beach adjacent to Kulasekarapattinam Mutharamman temple on October 11, 2024.
(Photo | Ashwin Prasath, EPS)
Over 10 lakh devotees from across south India participated in the festival.
(Photo | Ashwin Prasath, EPS)
People of all ages dressed up to seek alms for Goddess Mutharamman.
(Photo | Ashwin Prasath, EPS)
Over 4,000 police personnel from southern districts were deployed to ensure safety and security.
(Photo | Ashwin Prasath, EPS)
Located south of Tiruchendur, Kulasekarapattinam is a historical coastal town in the district.
Named after the mighty Pandyan king Maravarman Kulasekara Pandyan-I, Kulasekarapattinam was the port of call for vessels bringing fine steeds from the Arab countries.
