Kerala has a unique tradition and has some special festivals which are limited to the state. If you are planning a trip to Kerala, it is always advisable to visit during the Onam festival which is the state festival and usually falls in the month of Aug-Sep. The whole state bears a festive look and the festival has great prominence like Diwali in north India. The festival is celebrated for 10 days, with most of the government offices remaining closed for four days. The festival marks the return of king Mahabali back home to visit his people. Onam is a festival of prosperity and harmony. Onam in the modern era is a grand shopping festival with special promotions and mega discounts being offered. Tourists visiting the state during Onam period can taste the delicious Onam feast which is part of the festival.
The next prominent festival of the state is Vishu which marks the New Year for Keralites and usually falls in mid April.
The presence of a strong Christian community and numerous churches in the state makes some of the Christian festival very special in the state. Christmas is celebrated with great enthusiasm by people of all faiths. Christmas Carole and feasts are the special attractions.
New Year is celebrated with great enthusiasm unlike any other Indian cities. However, the Cochin Carnival, a tradition started by Portuguese is the main attraction.
Muslim community celebrates Eid ul Fitr and Eid ul Adha. Non-vegetarian food lovers should definitely taste the Malabar Biryani which is a popular native biryani. The state also provides excellent sea foods.
Apart from religious festivals, there are certain temple festivals dedicated to local deities that showcase the native traditions of Kerala. Thrissur Pooram which is popular among these attracts thousands of tourists including foreigners. The parade of elephants, Panchavadyam (native music), and dance forms makes these festival very popular.
Kerala music
The state has few popular music schools which teach traditional Kerala music and dance forms, Kalamandalam being the most prestigious. The state has rich traditions of Carnatic music and Sopanam which originated in the temples is a popular form.
Some of the native music instruments like Chenda, idakka and chengila are used in traditional music and dance.
Visit the state to be part of the cultural heritage and musical symphony.
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The next prominent festival of the state is Vishu which marks the New Year for Keralites and usually falls in mid April.
The presence of a strong Christian community and numerous churches in the state makes some of the Christian festival very special in the state. Christmas is celebrated with great enthusiasm by people of all faiths. Christmas Carole and feasts are the special attractions.
New Year is celebrated with great enthusiasm unlike any other Indian cities. However, the Cochin Carnival, a tradition started by Portuguese is the main attraction.
Muslim community celebrates Eid ul Fitr and Eid ul Adha. Non-vegetarian food lovers should definitely taste the Malabar Biryani which is a popular native biryani. The state also provides excellent sea foods.
Apart from religious festivals, there are certain temple festivals dedicated to local deities that showcase the native traditions of Kerala. Thrissur Pooram which is popular among these attracts thousands of tourists including foreigners. The parade of elephants, Panchavadyam (native music), and dance forms makes these festival very popular.
Kerala music
The state has few popular music schools which teach traditional Kerala music and dance forms, Kalamandalam being the most prestigious. The state has rich traditions of Carnatic music and Sopanam which originated in the temples is a popular form.
Some of the native music instruments like Chenda, idakka and chengila are used in traditional music and dance.
Visit the state to be part of the cultural heritage and musical symphony.
I just love Kerala music and Kerala dance style during Kerala festival
ReplyDeletei went to kerala duringwas the onam season and believe me it is celebrated with much hype as diwali is celebrated in northern india. i attended one of the temple festivals, being a northindian i couldnt understand the song they sang, but the music enthralling to my ears.
ReplyDeleteGuys, do visit during the festive time to get the real essence of the state