India's Lesser-Known Cultural Festivals

Thimithi is a unique festival in Tamil Nadu, India, where devotees walk barefoot on a bed of hot coals to show their faith and devotion to Draupadi Amman, a figure from the Mahabharata.

This festival is one of India's most extraordinary religious traditions, highlighting the deep cultural and spiritual practices of the region.

While it holds significant cultural importance, it also raises safety concerns due to the risks associated with fire-walking.