The southern states of India always grasp the higher rank for
its vibrant tradition. Each part has some uniqueness in its tradition, which
entices lots of people to its land throughout the year. Thrissur is a small
city of Kerala; famous for its temples churches and many festivals. Among all
the festivals, Thrissur Pooram festival is the renowned one and each year in
the month of April/May all people celebrate this moment gorgeously at
Vadakkumnathan temple. Decorated elephants possess the entire road and start
their procession from several neighboring temples. Traditional songs, dances,
firework and miraculous competition continue during the procession, which will
never allow you to close down your eyes for a single moment.
At noon, Pooram starts another great event with the setting
of the 'Pandemelam', where a large numbers of artists participate in the
disciplines of drum, pipes, trumpets and cymbal. The grand finale of this
festival is marked with a function of bidding farewell to the divinity of the Paramekkavu
Devaswams and Thiruvambadi in front of the Western Gate of the Vadakkunnathan
Temple.
Thrissur Pooram is completely a different festival than any
other festivals in India that you have experienced ever before. This festival
lasts for 2 days and within these days the temple town turns into a town of
music, color and mirth. What could be the better option to know about the unique
culture of Kerala rather than visiting the state at odd time? Boost your level
of excitement participating in Thrissur Pooram festival during your Kerala tour
and make your tours in India a memorable one.
