Kerala is a melting pot where several ethnic and religious groupsmingle. A good illustration of the religious tolerance or secularism is foundin the heart of Kerala's capital,'Thiruvananthapuram', where a Hindu temple, a mosque and a cathedral stand sideby side. The ancient rulers of Keralanever practiced religious discrimination. Patronage was distributed not only tothe Hindus, but also to the Christians, the Jews and the Muslims.
In palakkad also each of theunique festivals brightens up the otherwise customary affairs of life. It is areason to celebrate life and resembles eternal harmony. Filled with laughter,enthusiasm and excitement, festivals bring people of various religions andbackgrounds together and take pleasure in the endowments of nature which is oneof the major reasons for Palakkadtourist attractions.
With ever so many fests allthrough the year to cherish, to get together and to rejoice, Keralites must betruly blessed. Every season wakes up to another delightful festival, whichmakes life more vivacious and cheerful. A close look at the Kerala calendar will reveal that thisis a land where the festivals never end.
There are so many agents whoprovide exclusive Festival trips to any of the Festive Locations. Below r fewfestivals which attract tourist most.
PariyanamPatta Pooram: Pooram at the Pariyanampatta temple, MangalamKunnu,Palakkad. Its the famousfestival of Valluvanadu. The pooram day is (Malayalam)Kumbam 7. ManapullikavuVella Chruppil Kavu: It is situated 2 Km from Palakkad railway station. Goddessis "Cheruppil amma". One of the famous festival is "PANA" .Which happens once in every 5 years. It is a 41 day festival. Various famousart forms are performed on these days. Thiruvaraikkal Temple Pooram,Thiruvazhiyode.(Thiruvaraikkal Temple pooram festival is celebrating on April20(Medam 7) .The temple is situated 37 kilometers from palakkad town ( Palakkad- Cherpulassery root )). Mathur Kooth Festival (Kalikavil Bhagawathy Temple, MathurPadinjharethara, Mathur, Palakkad ) Celebrates Kooth Festival in April - May ,in every year.
