Rapid Fire
Thrissur Pooram
- 17 Apr 2024
- 1 min read
In a recent ruling, the Kerala High Court has issued directives to ensure the safety and well-being of elephants and artists during the Thrissur Pooram festivities.
- Thrissur Pooram is a grand celebration of Kerala’s cultural and spiritual essence.
- Celebrated in the Malayalam month of medam (April-May), the pooram is held at the Thekkinkadu Maidanam in Thrissur and is considered the mother of all poorams (annual festival).
- It was started by Raja Rama Varma, famously known as Sakthan Thampuran, the Maharaja of Cochin (1790–1805), with the participation of 10 different temples.
- Majestic elephants adorned in traditional attire and traditional orchestra music are part of the festival.
- The Arattupuzha Pooram was the biggest festival in Kerala before Thrissur Pooram.
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