The colorful chariot processions during the Chithirai Festival are held at the famous temple in:

Madurai
Thanjavur
Kanchipuram
Chidambaram

The correct answer is: a) Madurai.

The Chithirai Festival is a Hindu festival celebrated in the Tamil month of Chittirai (April–May). The festival is held in honor of the god Vishnu and his consort Lakshmi. The main event of the festival is a colorful chariot procession that takes place in the city of Madurai. The chariot procession is led by a chariot carrying a statue of Vishnu. The chariot is pulled through the streets of Madurai by devotees. The festival is a major tourist attraction and draws thousands of visitors from all over India.

The other options are incorrect because:

  • Thanjavur is a city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is the capital of the Thanjavur district. The city is known for its temples, palaces, and museums.
  • Kanchipuram is a city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is the capital of the Kanchipuram district. The city is known for its temples, silk sarees, and temples.
  • Chidambaram is a town in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is the headquarters of the Chidambaram district. The town is known for its temples, including the Nataraja Temple, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.