Kanchipuram, May 13 -- Thousands of devotees gathered at the Varadharaja Perumal Temple in Kanchipuram to witness the 'Garuda Vahanam Sevai' procession held on the third day of the ongoing Brahmotsavam festival.

The grand procession, featuring the deity mounted on the Garuda Vahanam, drew large crowds that turned up to offer prayers and seek blessings.

Devotees from across Tamil Nadu and beyond participated in the spiritual event, which is considered one of the most significant days of the Brahmotsavam celebrations.

The Vaikasi Brahmotsavam festival commenced on Sunday at the Kanchipuram Varadaraja Perumal temple (also known as the Athi Varadar Temple) in the Kanchipuram district of Tamil Nadu.

The event started with the ceremonial fl...