The main elephant of each group will the carry the idols of Lord Krishna (the presiding deity of Thiruvambadi temple) and Paramekkavu Bhagavathi (the presiding deity of Paramekkavu side). Celebration on the 7 th day starts early in the morning with decorated elephants from the Thiruvambadi Temple and Paramekkavu Temple marching towards the Vadukunnathan temple. There is a sample display of fireworks on the 4 th day. It starts 7 days in advance with the ceremonial hoisting of the festival flag. Thrissur Pooram also sees the participation of numerous foreigners. The whole of Thrissur and its neighboring places assemble at the Thekkinkadu Maidan on the day of Thrissur Pooram. The best elephants belonging to various temples of Kerala participate in this festival. Again each side wants to outdo the other so they burst various innovative fireworks.įestooned elephants and the beautiful parasols held over them, brilliant display of fireworks and the famous Ilanjithara Melam make Thrissur Pooram an unforgettable experience. It is held early in morning the day after the festival (April 18, 2016) around 2:00 AM. Thrissur Pooram is known for its brilliant display of fireworks. This is one of the most beautiful aspects of this festival. By the time this ceremony ends, they will have changed the parasols numerous times. Each side wants to display the most beautiful parasols.
During the Kudamattam ceremony, both sides will keep changing the parasols competitively. The men sitting on the elephants hold colorful sequined parasols. At this point the Kudamattam ceremony will begin. Meanwhile drummers and other percussion artists will perform with competitive spirit. Afterwards they will stand in two rows facing each other at the Thekkinkadu Maidan. This is the most visually appealing aspect of this festival.Īfter Illangithara Melam, both groups and their elephants will enter the temple through the western gate and come out through the southern gate. Thrissur Pooram Kudamattam – the colorful parasols that the men hold above the elephants are changed numerous times during Kudamattam. Each side has equal number of elephants in their procession. About 50 elephants participate in Thrissur Pooram. It is also the one that the crowds enjoy the most. Kudamattam (in the evening): Kudamattam is the most visually attractive element of this festival. Instruments like drums, cymbals, pipes and trumpets are used. IIanjithara melam is played inside the Vadakkunathan temple. It is Paramekkavu side’s answer to Thiruvambadi’s Madathil Varavu. This is another form of percussion orchestra. Ilanjithara melam by Paramekkavu Temple (2 PM): The exotic music that they create enthralls millions. Madhathil Varavu by Thiruvambady Temple (11.30 AM): Over 200 percussion artists come together to play various musical instruments like cymbal, trumpet and other traditional instruments. You can find the 2016 calendar of elephant festivals here. The Nenmara-Vallangi Vela is as colorful as Thrissur Pooram. Thrissur and Palakkad districts of Kerala are famous for their temple festivals involving elephants. The major festivities are reserved for the 7 th and the 8 th day. The major highlights of Thrissur Pooram are the elephants, traditional temple orchestra and magnificent display of fireworks. They are both neighboring temples that want to outdo each other in the display of their style and pomp. Each side sees the participation of other smaller temples too.Īt the heart of this festival is the friendly rivalry between Thiruvambadi and Paramekkavu. The major participants are the temples of Paramekkavu and Thiruvambadi. The pooram is organized in the premises of the Thrissur Vadakkunathan Temple, but Vadakkunnathan (Lord Shiva) merely witnesses the festivities. This year, the festival falls on April 17. Thrissur Pooram is celebrated in the Malayalam month of Medam (April/May). You won’t forget its colors and sounds in a long time. Thrissur Pooram is an assault on your senses.
Festooned elephants stand in front of the Vadukkannathan Temple, Thrissur.
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