Last updated on August 30th, 2023 at 02:19 am
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Onam is a popular festival celebrated in the Indian state of Kerala.
It is a ten-day-long festival that usually falls in the month of August or September.
Onam is celebrated to commemorate the homecoming of the mythical king Mahabali.
People decorate their homes with flower carpets called “Pookalam” and light oil lamps called “Nilavilakku”.
The festival is marked by traditional dance forms like Kathakali, Kummattikali, and Pulikali.
Onam sadya, a grand feast with 26 dishes, is an essential part of the celebration.
People dress up in traditional attire, mainly the white and gold mundu and veshti for men and the kasavu saree for women.
The festival is also celebrated with boat races, known as Vallamkali, in the backwaters of Kerala.
Onam marks the beginning of the harvest season in Kerala, and farmers decorate their cattle with ornamental jewelry and take them to temples.
The legend behind Onam suggests that the people of Kerala lived in peace and harmony during the reign of King Mahabali.
The festival is celebrated with equal fervor and enthusiasm by people of all religions and communities in Kerala.
The festival brings people together, and they participate in the celebrations with joy and excitement.
Onam is a time for family reunions, social gatherings, and spreading love and happiness.
The festival is a significant tourist attraction, and people from different parts of the world visit Kerala to witness the celebrations.
Onam is also an occasion for shopping, and markets are flooded with traditional clothes and accessories.
The festival is a reflection of the rich cultural heritage and diversity of Kerala.
Onam is an occasion for people to express gratitude to the almighty and seek blessings for a prosperous year ahead.
The festival is a reminder that happiness can be found in simplicity and that people should strive to live in harmony and peace.
