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Uthirattathi Vallamkali

Uthirattathi Vallamkali

It is closely linked to rituals and religious practices of the Aranmula Parthasarathy Temple. The race is annually held on the day of Uthrittathi in the month of Chingam. It is also the anniversary day that commemorates the dedication of the idol at the Aranmula temple.

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Aranmula Vallamkali

Aranmula Vallamkali

In order to protect the Thiruvona Thoni, people from neighbouring areas sent their snake boats. Later on, this practice evolved into an offering to Lord Parthasarathy in the form of a snake boat race, held on the Uthrittathi day which eventually became popular as the Aranmula Boat Race.

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Duffmuttu

Duffmuttu

“Duffmuttu traces its origin to the holy city of Medina. It is believed to have originated even before the birth of Prophet Muhammed. It was used as a way to welcome dignitaries. In India, it reached first in Lakshadweep through a Sufi.