The Kallada Boat Race, held 28 days after Onam, is a spectacular water event on the Kallada River at Munroe Thuruthu. The race takes place along a straight stretch of the river, providing an exhilarating experience for both participants and spectators. A highlight of the event is the honoring of distinguished achievers from various fields. […]
The Aranmula Boat Race, the oldest riverboat fiesta in Kerala, is a grand spectacle held annually during Onam, in the months of August or September. This historic event takes place in the serene backwaters of Aranmula, near the renowned Aranmula Parthasarathy Temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna and Arjuna. The highlight of the festival is the […]
It is a recreational folk art from the state of Kerala. It is performed by trained artists to entertain people on the occasion of Onam. On the fourth day of Onam celebrations, performers painted like tigers and hunters in bright yellow, red, and black dance to the beats of instruments like Udukku and Thakil. Location: […]
Massive effigies of swans and other legendary characters being brought in, built locally in a procedure known as annamkettu. At night the ambience is set by a colourful procession carrying the effigies of mythological characters like Bhima, Ravana, and Yakshi. The aura and mystique surrounding this site and its traditions have amazed and inspired many […]
Navaratri is one of the greatest Hindu festivals. It symbolizes the triumph of good over evil. Navaratri takes place at the beginning of October around harvest time. During this period, Durga, Lakshmi and Saraswati are worshipped as three different manifestations of Shakti, or cosmic energy. Location: Trivandrum Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport
Thirumandhamkunu Bhagavathy Temple is located at Angadipuram in Perintalmanna town of Malappuram district. The temple is famous for the ‘Mangalya Pooja’, an offering to Goddess to get rid of all the problems related to marriage. The 11-day Pooram festival is celebrated with pomp and gaiety. The main attraction of the festival is the processions from […]
Parumala Perunnal is an annual feast held to commemorate the death anniversary of Bishop Mar Gregorios Metropolitan, the first canonised saint of the Malankara Orthodox Church of Kerala. The mortal remains of the Bishop are interred in the church. Devotees from all parts of the State swarm the grounds of the church to celebrate this […]
Mannarasala Ayilyam is the grand annual festival of the Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple, a revered pilgrimage site dedicated to serpent worship. Located in Haripad, Alappuzha district, the temple is unique as it is managed by a Brahmin priestess. The festival, celebrated on the Ayilyam asterism of the Malayalam month of Thulam (October-November), draws thousands of […]
The Kalpathi Ratholsavam is an annual Hindu temple festival celebrated in Kalpathi village, Palakkad district. It takes place at the Sri Visalakshi Sametha Sri Viswanatha Swamy Temple, where Lord Siva (Viswanatha) and Goddess Visalakshi (Parvati) are worshipped. The festival is renowned for its majestic chariot procession, in which elaborately decorated temple chariots are pulled through […]
Guruvayur Ekadasi, observed on the eleventh day of every lunar fortnight, is one of the most significant festivals at Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple. This sacred day is marked by special prayers, rituals, and grand celebrations, drawing thousands of devotees. A major highlight of the festival is the memorial honor for Gajarajan Guruvayoor Kesavan, the legendary […]
This information is provided for tourism purposes only and is not authoritative. Festivals may be rescheduled or canceled at the discretion of the organizers. Additionally, dates may vary from the Western (Gregorian) calendar each year. Please contact the organizers or, where applicable, the concerned persons mentioned above for the most accurate and up-to-date details.
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