The highlight of the festival is the Vallamkali snake boat race, where a hundred and fifty rowers compete over a 40km course, chanting along the way. Where: All around India, particularly New ...
Boat races of Kerala, known as vallamkali is a thrilling experience for both rowers and spectators. Mainly conducted during Onam, the harvest festival in September, these races featuring ...
Women of every age group wear the sari during Onam-be it at traditional Onasadya, Pulikali, or the Vallamkali. The classy construction of the sari aptly contrasts with the vibrancy and ...
Day 5, Anizham: The famous Snake Boat Races (Vallamkali) take place, displaying Kerala's diverse cultural legacy. Day 6, Thriketa: families come together again as the festivities gain speed.
Pookalams become more expansive and elaborate as Thiruvonam approaches. The fifth day, or Anizham, is well known for the snake boat races or the Vallamkali. Drawing spectators across the globe, the ...
Men participate in Onathallu, a form of martial art dance. The spectacle of the season is Vallamkali which includes races of paddled long boats or snakeboats. Held with much pomp and grandeur in ...