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Kerala Celebrates Onam with Vibrant Athachamayam Today
✍️ Mathrubhumi English
🗓 17 Aug 2026, 03:40 AM
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Kerala marked the start of the Onam festival with a colourful Athachamayam display today, showcasing traditional art and community participation.
Onam, the annual harvest festival, began today in Kerala with the traditional Athachamayam art form, featuring intricately painted wooden panels.
The Athachamayam display was organized in several towns across Kerala, drawing crowds of locals and tourists alike.
Artists showcased elaborate designs depicting mythological scenes, flora, and fauna, highlighting Kerala’s rich cultural heritage.
Officials and cultural groups emphasized that the event not only preserves traditional art but also strengthens community bonds during the festive season.
The Athachamayam display was organized in several towns across Kerala, drawing crowds of locals and tourists alike.
Artists showcased elaborate designs depicting mythological scenes, flora, and fauna, highlighting Kerala’s rich cultural heritage.
Officials and cultural groups emphasized that the event not only preserves traditional art but also strengthens community bonds during the festive season.