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What is the story behind Thrissur Pooram?
Thrissur Pooram (തൃശ്ശൂര് പൂരം) was the brainchild of Rama Varma Kunhjippilla Thampuran, or Rama Varma IX, famously known as Sakthan Thampuran, the Maharaja of Cochin (1790–1805). Feeling embarrassed and angered by the denial, the temple authorities raised the issue with Sakthan Thampuran.
What are the many art forms which one can find in the Pooram ground?
As part of the Pooram, Kudamattam ritual and performances of the traditional orchestra (melam) are all conducted. During the festival days, the temple premises will be the venue for the performances of various art forms like Kathakali and Koothu.
How many elephants are there in Thrissur Pooram 2021?
A celebration of the masses The celebrations involve 16 caparisoned elephants, massive decorated umbrellas, percussion artists, dancers and massive fireworks- all witnessed by lakhs of ‘poora premikal’ or pooram lovers who throng the venue.
How old is Thrissur Pooram?
The two-centuries-old Thrissur Pooram had its origin in 1798, through a royal edict of the then Raja Rama Varma, popularly known as Shakthan Thampuran, a powerful ruler of the erstwhile princely state of Cochin.
Where is Pooram celebrated?
Thrissur Pooram
Thrissur Pooram is a Malayalam festival that is celebrated annually at Vadakkunnathan Temple in Thrissur. Thrissur Pooram festival is celebrated on the Pooram day, when the moon rises with the Pooram star in the month of Medam. This Pooram is the largest and most famous of all Poorams.
Which is the unique art form of Kerala?
KATHAKALI
KATHAKALI: Kathakali is the most vibrant classical art form that originated from Kerala’s shore over 400 years ago. It is one of the greatly admired icons of Kerala. Elaborate makeup, colorful costumes and masks along with the fusion of dance, music and act, distinguish it from other art forms of Kerala.
Which art form is known as King of arts?
Koodiyattam
Kutiyattam, Sanskrit theatre | |
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Country | Kerala, India |
Domains | Performing arts (dance) |
Reference | 279 |
Region | Asia and the Pacific |
Is Thrissur Pooram a festival?
Thrissur Pooram is a Malayalam festival that is celebrated annually at Vadakkunnathan Temple in Thrissur. Thrissur Pooram festival is celebrated on the Pooram day, when the moon rises with the Pooram star in the month of Medam. This Pooram is the largest and most famous of all Poorams.
What are the Specialities of Thrissur?
Thrissur is known as the cultural capital of Kerala, and the land of Poorams. The district is known for its ancient temples, churches, and mosques. Thrissur Pooram is the most colourful temple festival in Kerala.
Why is Thrissur best?
The city is also famous for its production of gold and diamond jewellery, with about 70\% of the jewellery consumed in Kerala being produced here. Aside from all this, Thrissur is also known as the cultural city of Kerala and home to numerous spiritual and religious monuments.
Who designed Thrissur town?
visionary SakthanThampuran
One of the better planned towns, the modern Thrissur city owes its origin to the great visionary SakthanThampuran (1751-1805), the ruler of the erstwhile kingdom of Cochin.