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A Photo Documentary on Palamedu Jalikattu -2012
Jallikattu - (Bull Taming) Bull-baiting or bull fighting, also called as Eruthazhuvuthal is an ancient Tamil traditional game that was popular amongst warriors during the Tamil classical period.
In olden days the game was used by women to choose their husbands. Successful "matadors" were chosen as grooms.
The term Jallikattu came from the term Salli Kaasu (coins) and Kattu (meaning a ...package) tied to the horns of the bulls as the prize money.
During colonial period this term got changed to Jallikattu. Usually the majestic Kangeyam bulls are involved in this game, as they are naturally more ferocious and masculine than any other of its species.
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A Photo Documentary on Palamedu Jalikattu -2012
Jallikattu - (Bull Taming) Bull-baiting or bull fighting, also called as Eruthazhuvuthal is an ancient Tamil traditional game that was popular amongst warriors during the Tamil classical period.
In olden days the game was used by women to choose their husbands. Successful "matadors" were chosen as grooms.
The term Jallikattu came from the term Salli Kaasu (coins) and Kattu (meaning a ...package) tied to the horns of the bulls as the prize money.
During colonial period this term got changed to Jallikattu. Usually the majestic Kangeyam bulls are involved in this game, as they are naturally more ferocious and masculine than any other of its species.
Sparkcrews Studios| www.sparkcrews.com -© All Rights Reserved