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| Observed by | Hindus |
| Type | Religious |
| Significance | Celebrates the cosmic dance, Birthday, and Ardhanarishvara form of Lord Shiva |
| Observances | Fasting, Abhisheka, puja, chariot procession, Thiruvasagam, Thiruvathirakali |
| Date | Margali |
| Frequency | Annual / Biannual |
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Thiruvathira (also known as Thiruvathirai or Arudhra Darisanam) is a Hindu festival predominantly observed in the Indian states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu.[2][3][4] The term Thiruvathirai (Arudhra) in Tamil translates to "sacred grand wave," symbolizing the cosmic dance of Lord Shiva.
In Tamil Nadu, the festival holds special significance at the Nataraja Temple in Chidambaram, where the annual Arudhra Darshanam is celebrated with grandeur.[5][6] This event commemorates the celestial dance of Lord Nataraja, an embodiment of Shiva.
In Kerala, the festival is observed during the Malayalam month of Makaram (January–February) under the Thiruvathira asterism (star). A notable celebration occurs at the Mathira Peedika Devi Temple in Kadakkal, Kollam district, administered by the Thiruvithamcore Devaswom Board. Devotees gather here to honour Lord Shiva through rituals, fasting, and traditional performances like Thiruvathira Kali (a circular dance).
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