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The birth of Kerala

State day

Kerala Piravi

1 November 1956

Kerala Piravi marks the birth of the modern state of Kerala, when Malayalam-speaking regions - Travancore-Cochin, Malabar, and Kasaragod - came together under India’s States Reorganisation. Each year on 1 November, Kerala celebrates its language, culture, and shared identity.

Formation of Kerala as a state
Unity of Travancore, Cochin, and Malabar
A day for culture, arts, and public celebration

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Festivals of Kerala

Onam, Vishu, Thrissur Pooram, Theyyam season, and more - the seasons that shape travel and culture across the state.

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August–September (Chingam) Onam Kerala’s grand harvest and homecoming festival — ten days of flower… Explore April (first day of Medam / Aries) Vishu Malayali New Year on the first day of Medam — auspicious Vishukkani,… Explore Pooram Nakshatra in Medam (April–May) Thrissur Pooram The “mother of all poorams” — Asia’s great temple spectacle of eleph… Explore October–May (approx.) Theyyam North Kerala’s ritual season of deity performances in sacred groves… Explore Onam season (Aug–Sep), plus local regattas Vallam Kali Snake-boat races of Kerala’s backwaters, peaking around Onam season. Explore Kumbham (February–March) Attukal Pongala The world’s largest annual gathering of women — ten days at Attukal… Explore

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Alleppey Backwaters

Padmanabhaswamy Temple

Varkala Cliffs

Bekal Fort

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Athirappilly Falls

Thrissur Pooram

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Capital: Thiruvananthapuram
Avg temp: 27°C
Best season: September to March

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Kochi Chinese fishing nets, Fort Kochi, and spice-trade streets. Explore Alappuzha Houseboats, canals, and palm-lined backwaters. Explore Thiruvananthapuram Capital city, temples, and nearby beaches. Explore Varkala Cliff-top beach town on the Arabian Sea. Explore Thrissur Cultural capital known for Pooram festivals. Explore Kozhikode Malabar beaches, markets, and historic ports. Explore

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