Onam Festival: Kerala’s 10-Day Celebration of Prosperity
Keralites eagerly anticipate the annual Onam Festival, which marks the beginning of the Malayalam year. Onam is a 10-day extravaganza centered on happiness and prosperity.
During the festivities, intricate ‘Pookkalam’ or flower carpets adorn homes, serving as welcome mats for the spiritual arrival of King Mahabali. The festival features much-anticipated Snake Boat Races, sleekly designed boats race through the waterways, and the graceful Kaikottikali, a traditional Keralite dance. Onam is a radiant celebration of culture, traditions, and the spirit of abundance in the heart of Kerala.
