Aranmula
Aranmula is a
suburb of
Kozhencherry, in the state of
Kerala in
south India. It is the venue of the annual
Snake Boat race on the
Pampa; the place is also famous for its metal
mirrors, known as
Aranmula kannadi.
Vijnana Kala Vedi, a school of traditional
art founded by
French artist Louba Schild, is in Aranmula, on the way to
Kozhencherry.
Aranmula is known for the
Vaasthu Vidya Gurukulam, the traditional way of constructing buildings. The location is by the side of the holy river
Pampa, which hosts one more important annual event called the
Maramon Convention. Aranmula is a small village, but is one of the destinations as specified the Discovery channel, one would definitely like to visit.
The famous
Aranmula Mirror localy known as
Aranmula kannadi, kannadi meaning mirror, is made here. This mirror is made out of secret metal mixtures.
The Place is of historical importance, The aranmula temple, closely associated with Parthasarathy (krishna) visiting the place. The Aranmula Vallamkali, is an event that highlights this importance. The
thiruvonathoni starts on Thiruvonam from
Kattoor Mahavishnu temple with provisions for the
Vallasadya, the provisions are offered by the
karanavar (the eldest member) of
Mangattu madom.There will be a representative from the family on the thoni, as a part of tradition. It is a nice sight to see the
thoni moving down the river Pampa. The thoni is symbolic of Lord vishnu's
Garuda.
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Ayroor*
Kozhencherry*
Palliyodam*
Snake boat
