Tourist destinations across Trichy and the delta districts experienced a significant surge in visitors on Kaanum Pongal. Families turned out in large numbers to celebrate the day, creating bustling scenes at various spots.
Major Tourist Spots Record Heavy Footfall
Tourism officer S M Sribalamurugan confirmed that all major tourist spots recorded heavy footfall throughout the day. In Trichy, popular parks were particularly crowded with families enjoying the festive atmosphere.
Parks in Trichy Attract Large Crowds
Several parks in Trichy saw high visitor numbers. These included:
- The Butterfly Park in Srirangam
- Birds Park
- Mukkombu Park
- Several corporation and children's parks
The Tropical Butterfly Conservatory reported one of its highest single-day visitor counts since its renovation. Around 2,500 visitors came through its gates, which is about 1,000 more than a typical weekend. Additional staff were deployed to manage the rush effectively.
Temples Witness Large Gatherings of Devotees
Temples across the region also experienced large gatherings of devotees. Key temples that saw significant crowds include:
- Srirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple
- Thiruvanaikaval Akhilandeswari Temple
- Rockfort Uchi Pillayar Temple
- Vayalur Murugan Temple
Similar Scenes Reported from Neighboring Districts
Similar festive scenes were reported from Thanjavur district. Popular attractions there drew substantial crowds, including:
- The Big Temple
- Palace complex
- Sivagangai Park
- Kallanai dam
Beaches Packed with Holidaymakers
Beaches in Nagapattinam and Mayiladuthurai districts were packed with holidaymakers. Crowded beaches included:
- Velankanni
- Nagapattinam New Beach
- Tharangambadi
- Poompuhar
Festive Rush Boosts Local Businesses
The festive rush provided a welcome boost to local businesses. Brisk trade was reported by various operators and vendors, such as:
- Amusement operators
- Photographers
- Snack vendors
The increased activity highlighted the economic benefits of such cultural celebrations for the region.
