festivals of Kerala that are celebrated by all.

Very short ppt about the important festivals of Kerala

1. FESTIVALS OF
KERALA

2. ONAM
Onam is a harvest festival of Kerala. It is celebrated in the month of
Malayalam in Chingam. The key day of Onam is also known as Thiruvonam
in Kerala. In 2025, the day falls on September 5, though the celebration
spans ten days. Onam honors the mythical King Mahabali’s annual return.
He symbolizes prosperity and happiness.
The festivities include colorful floral arrangements (Pookalam) and elaborate
feasts (Onasadya). It includes the snake boat races (Vallamkali) and
traditional dances like Kathakali. According to legend, Mahabali, the king,
was sent to the underworld by Lord Vishnu’s Vamana avatar. He was granted
a yearly visit to his land, celebrated as Onam.

3. NAVARATHRI
FESTIVAL
The month of celebration: September-October
Navarathri is celebrated in September-October. It is a
major Hindu festival honoring the 9 forms of Goddess
Durga. It includes special rituals like Puja Veppu on
Durgashtami, Saraswati worship on Mahanavami, and
the restart of work and studies on Vijaya Dashmi.

4. EASTER
The month of celebration: In the month of April, soon after the Good
Friday
Easter festival is one of the most famous festivals in Kerala that is
rooted deeply in spirituality. It begins with Lent, a 40-day fasting period.
The holy week starts with Palm Sunday, which marks Jesus’s entry
into Jerusalem; on Maundy Thursday, the Last Supper and washing of
feet take place.
Good Friday celebrates Jesus’s crucifixion with prayers and fasting.
Holy Saturday is silent, with midnight prayers and candle lighting that
symbolize resurrection. Finally, Easter Sunday is celebrated with joy,
prayers, and feasts.

5. CHRISTMAS
The month of celebration: December 25
When we talk about the christmas celebration in india, Kerala
comes to mind. It marks the birth of Jesus Christ and reflects the
Christian heritage in Kerala. Churches are beautifully decorated,
and the midnight mass dressed in white highlights the Christian
family. Traditional Kerala Christmas delicacies are prepared, and
carols fill the air with a festive atmosphere.

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