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Onam is the biggest and the most important festival of the state of Kerala. It is a harvest festival and is celebrated with joy and enthusiasm all over the state by people of all communities. According to a popular legend, the festival is celebrated to welcome King Mahabali, whose spirit is said to visit Kerala at the time of Onam.
by sadiya
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoOnam is celebrated in the beginning of the month of Chingam, the first month of Malayalam Calendar (Kollavarsham). This corresponds with the month of August-September according to Gregorian Calendar.
by sadiya
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∙ 12y agoRich cultural heritage of Kerala comes out in its best form and spirit during the ten day long festival. It is indeed a treat to be a part of the grand carnival. People of Kerala make elaborate preparations to celebrate it in the best possible manner.
The most impressive part of Onam celebration is the grand feast called Onasadya, prepared on Thiruonam. It is a nine course meal consisting of 11 to 13 essential dishes. Onasadya is served on banana leaves and people sit on a mat laid on the floor to have the meal.
Another enchanting feature of Onam is Vallamaki the Snake Boat Race, held on the river Pampa. It is a colourful sight to watch the decorated boat oared by hundreds of boatmen amidst chanting of songs and cheering by spectators.
There is also a tradition to play games, collectively called Onakalikal
in the front courtyard of house to welcome King Mahabali. Kaikotti kali and Thumbi Thullal are two graceful dances performed by women on Onam. Folk performances like Kummatti kali and Pulikali add to the zest of celebrations.
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Which state is associated with Onam Festival?
Onam is an important Hindu Festival. It is mainly celebrated in the state of Kerala in India.
Which festival is well celebrated by Malayalis?
onam is the correct answer
Harvest festivals of north India?
Bihu,Onam,Vishu.
Is onam a country?
No, Onam is not a country, but Oman is.
What is mean by onam?
About onam on Sanskrit
When is onam 2011?
Onam is celebrated in the beginning of the month of Chingam, the first month of Malayalam Calendar (Kollavarsham). The most important day of Onam (known as Thiru Onam) is the second day of four days of Onam. Festivities actually commence on Atham, around 10 days earlier, with the preparation of pookalam (floral arrangements) in front of homes. Translating dates to the US Calendar, Onam usually happens sometime in late August through Mid-September, depending on the year. In 2015, Thiru Onam was August 28. In 2016 and 2017 it is September 13th and September 4th, respectively. The festival commemorates the appearance of Vamana avatar of Vishnu and the subsequent homecoming of the legendary Emperor Mahabali. Onam celebrates the Asura King Mahabali's annual visit from Patala (the underworld). On Thiruvonam day, Asura King Mahabali is believed to visit every Malayali home and meet his people. Sources: about.com and drikpanchang.com
Information on onam festival in Hindi?
Information about onam festival
Where will you find an essay on onam in sanskrit on the web?
short essay on onam in sanskrit
What does the Malayalam word onam mean?
Onam in the Malayalam language is ഓണം.Onam is the national festival of Kerala. It is a Hindu festival and the state festival of Kerala. It is celebrated during the Malyaiam month of Chingam (August - September) and commemorates Vemana avatar of Vishnu and the subsequently, the homecoming of the mythical King Mahabali.
When is onam holidays starts for schools in kerala?
Sep 7th onam vacation starts in 2011
What is the hawaiian translation for happy onam?
Hau'oli [how'oh-lee] 'onam' (assuming you mean the Hindu festival).
When is the festival?
Onam is celebrated in the beginning of the month of Chingam, the first month of Malayalam Calendar (Kollavarsham). The most important day of Onam (known as Thiru Onam) is the second day of four days of Onam. Festivities actually commence on Atham, around 10 days earlier, with the preparation of pookalam (floral arrangements) in front of homes. Translating dates to the US Calendar, Onam usually happens sometime in late August through Mid-September, depending on the year. In 2015, Thiru Onam was August 28. In 2016 and 2017 it is September 13th and September 4th, respectively. The festival commemorates the appearance of Vamana avatar of Vishnu and the subsequent homecoming of the legendary Emperor Mahabali. Onam celebrates the Asura King Mahabali's annual visit from Patala (the underworld). On Thiruvonam day, Asura King Mahabali is believed to visit every Malayali home and meet his people. Sources: about.com and drikpanchang.com
