Friday, April 18, 2008

India : Kerala : Fairs & Festivals : Thiruvananthapuram - 8

Guys, here are some beautiful festivals being celebrated in the region of Kerala. Now, I am focusing some fabulous festivals of Thiruvananthapuram region.

The Village Fair :

The festival lasts for a weeks from 3rd January. The village in set near Kavalam with displays of cultural performances like kathakali, koodiyattam, kalaripayattu, theyyam, etc.

Food Festival :

The 7 day long festival is conducted during the 2nd weeks of February. Specialized chefs man stalls for each state.

Onam Festival :

Onam is a harvest festival celebrated in August-September to welcome the yearly homecoming of the legendary King "Mahabali" who was generous, just and kind. People decorate their homes, wear new clothes and hold special games and competitions.

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