Theyyam, performer drinking water -Athachamayam 2013

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Location : Kochi

Description : Onam festivities in the district begin with the ceremonial parade of Athachamayam. Atham, the day which heralds the 10-day Onam festivities is celebrated with great enthusiasm at Tripunithura in Ernakulam district. From time immemorial rituals related to Thiruvonam in the district begin with the Tripunithura Athachamayam where the Athachamayam take on colourful hues, bringing memories of the legend of Mahabali and his kingdom and also the rule of Maharajas of erstwhile Kochi state.