JALLI KATTU- MY TAMILIAN'S TRADITION. A Documentry Blog. By, Shiva Manikkam
JALLI KATTU MY TAMILIAN'S TRADITION >>> Documentary Blog SHIVA MANIKKAM Civil Engineering Student Bangalore. '''Jallikattu''' - ஜல்லிகட்டு is a cattle/ bulltaming sport played in Tamil Nadu as a part of Pongal celebration. This is one of the oldest living ancient sports seen in the modern era. It is held in the villages of Tamil Nadu as a part of the village festival. The festivals are held from January to July, every year. The one held in Alanganallur, near Madurai, is one of the more popular events. This sport is also known as "Manju Virattu", meaning "chasing the bull". SCIENCE OF JALLIKATTU?? Jallikattu is based on the simple concept of "flight or fight". Cattle being herd and prey animals in general tend to run away from unwanted situations. But there are quite noteworthy exceptions. Ca