Thaipusam

Singapore has a diverse ethnic population, including Hindu Tamilians and others. Thaipusam is one of Singapore's most important festivals, with thousands of Hindu devotees thanking Lord Murugan for his blessings and gifts. Thai is a Tamil month, and Pusam is the name of a star. Pusam star is at its highest point in the sky during the Thai month. As a result, the Thaipusam festival is held on full moon day.

Did you know that preparations begin a month before the festival, with all devotees adhering to a strictly vegetarian diet? A long procession is held in which devotees carry Kavadi while having their bodies pierced. They regard this as a ritual sacrifice for Lord Murugan. Kavadi is also ornately decorated with colors and flowers. During this Singapore festival, all of this is accompanied by the sound of traditional drums and foot tapping beats.

Takes place: on the full moon day in the Tamil month