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Happy Onam to all#Thrikkakara Vamanamoorthy Temple & #Onam Festival
The only temple in Kerela dedicated to god Vamana, the fifth incarnation of god Vishnu. One of the rare temples closely linked to history of Kerala & King Mahabali, an ancient ruler of Kerala. The...
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temple is believed to be built during the reign of Chera Kings (9th -12th cen CE) & one amongst 108 divya deshams.
The idol at the temple is in the form of god Vamana preparing to place his foot on the Asura King Mahabali
According to the ancient belief, king Mahabali...
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The idol at the temple is in the form of god Vamana preparing to place his foot on the Asura King Mahabali
According to the ancient belief, king Mahabali...
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used to rule Thrikkakara and god Vamana pushed him down to Paatal lok at this place. However, god Vamana granted the king, his sole wish to visit his land & people once every year. So, king Mahabali is said to arrive at Thrikkakara first to meet his people. For this reason,..
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Onam festival is believed to have originated from this temple.
Onam or Thiruonam, usually held in August & September for 10 days is celebrated in Kerala to remember the golden rule of benevolent great ruler Mahabali whose spirit is said to visit Kerala at the time of Onam...
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Onam or Thiruonam, usually held in August & September for 10 days is celebrated in Kerala to remember the golden rule of benevolent great ruler Mahabali whose spirit is said to visit Kerala at the time of Onam...
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People lay a flower carpet, called 'Pookalam', in front of their house to welcome the King & mounds representing Mahabali & god Vishnu are placed in the courtyards
Many traditional rituals/events are performed including popular boat race, lavish feast (sadhya), dance, etc.
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Many traditional rituals/events are performed including popular boat race, lavish feast (sadhya), dance, etc.
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: Various sources from internet
