Early start for devotees as they pay homage to Lord Murugan


Act of devotion: A couple carrying their child using a sugarcane kavadi at Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple. — Bernama

GEORGE TOWN: The Thaipusam celebrations have begun early, with large crowds thronging the two temples in Jalan Kebun Bunga here to pay homage to Lord Murugan.

Dressed in yellow and carrying paal kudam (milk pots) as offerings, devotees could be seen making their way to the Nattukkottai Chettiar Temple and Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple (also known as the Waterfall Hilltop Temple) for an early start.

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