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Thai Pongal is a global cultural celebration cherished by the Tamil community. It is celebrated by Sri Lanka’s Tamil community with tremendous enthusiasm each year.
Spanning four days, this festive occasion radiates love, prosperity, and the sharing of a delectable dish known as “pongal.” It involves the observance of religious rituals, the embellishment of homes with intricate rice patterns, and the donning of new attire throughout this period. The third day, known as Mattu Pongal, holds special significance as it involves the pampering of cattle with garlands and nourishment.
Thai Pongal is celebrated in mid-January, signifying the onset of the harvest season each year.
This festival, in essence, stands as a beautiful testament to the profound bond between humanity, nature, and animals. It serves as a heartfelt expression of gratitude to the deities and the Sun for blessing them with a bountiful harvest.
In a dynamic effort to combat deforestation and bolster environmental conservation, we proudly present to you, the ‘Brown Roots’ Project, launched on World Environment Day, June 5th, 2017, undertaken in collaboration with Browns Tours. Working closely with relevant authorities and organizations, including Sri Lanka Forest Reserves, we stand united in preserving and enriching the beauty of our island home for generations to come.
Our commitment:
As part of our unwavering dedication, we have pledged to plant a tree for every traveler who embarks on a journey with us, and since its inception, the ‘Brown Roots’ project has already seen the planting of over 3000 trees in the central province of Sri Lanka by the end of 2018.
Our resolve remains resolute, and with your invaluable support, we endeavour to further elevate this number in the years ahead. Join us in nurturing the very roots of nature’s grandeur.