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Tamil Nadu as a whole ranks second in textile production in India after Gujarat, with major clusters in Tiruppur, Erode, and Coimbatore.
Pongal is celebrated on the day of winter solstice (around January 14) when the sun moves to the northern hemisphere, marking the new harvest season.
Bommalattam (Tamil puppet theatre) uses wooden dolls and is a unique art form, recently gaining UNESCO recognition for intangible cultural heritage.
The Tamirabarani River originates from the Western Ghats and flows through Tirunelveli district, being the only river in Tamil Nadu that flows year-round.
Salem district is rich in mineral resources including magnetite, limestone, and feldspar, making it an important mineral-producing region.
Ayya Vaikundar (1809-1834) founded the Ayyavazhi movement, advocating for social equality and challenging caste hierarchies in Tamil Nadu.
Tolkappiyam, authored by Tolkappiyar, is the oldest extant Tamil grammar text and literary work, dating back to around 300 BCE.
Tamil Nadu is the 4th most populous state in India with a population exceeding 72 million.
Tiruppur is known as the 'Manchester of South India' due to its large textile and garment industry.
Tamil Nadu has a literacy rate of approximately 82%, which is higher than the national average.
