Postcard images of caprisoned elephants aside, there are several age-old traditions that are a part of Thrissur Pooram. Here is a lowdown of what happens on the two days when the town refuses to sleep
Rhythms of an ancient story – Kutiyattam in today’s Kerala
Kutiyattam took more time to take off when compared to other classical arts forms in India but has been gaining interest among aficionados worldwide and being showcased across venues
Dance of joy – Folk dance forms and Onam
Onam has helped in keeping alive some of the traditional folk arts of Kerala like Pulikali and Kummatikali, which are performed to this day during the festival
Measure for measure – The worship of Trikkakkarappan during Onam
The worship of Trikkakarappan is a common practice in Malayali homes in central Kerala. Many rites and rituals passed on through the centuries make this practice all the more interesting