Thiruonam on the last day unites Keralites around the world in Onam celebrations

Thiruonam on the last day unites Keralites around the world in Onam celebrations

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Category : State Published on: August 30 2023

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  • Keralites around the world are celebrating "Thiruonam", the 10th and most important day of the grand Onam cultural festival.
  • Onam is the harvest festival of Kerala, symbolizing themes of prosperity, inclusiveness, and unity.
  • Regardless of religious affiliation, people in Kerala come together to honor the memory of Mahabali, the godly and mythical king, marking Onam as a time of unity.
  • The festival is marked by various rituals, which include a grand Onasadya feast, vibrant Pookkalam flower decorations, wearing a new dress called Onakodi, and engaging in cultural activities such as the Ujayalattam dance and Pulikalli procession.
  • Additionally, the vibrant Vallamkalli boat race and the heartwarming tradition of reuniting families contribute to the charm of the festival.
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