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Kerala’s Karkidakam Dawn Marks Grand ‘Aanayoottu’ Ritual at Vadakkumnathan Temple

In a spectacular tradition marking the start of the Malayalam month of Karkidakam, the Vadakkumnathan Temple in Thrissur witnessed its iconic ‘Aanayoottu’ (feeding of elephants) ceremony, along with Maha Ganapathi Homam and Gajapooja rituals, drawing thousands of devotees from neighboring districts. A total of 63 elephants, including seven female elephants, were part of the celebration. Read More…