Festivals in Kerala

Muharram

Muharram is the opening month of the Hijra year. The 10th day of this month (May) is honoured by the Muslims of Kerala. As per belief, it was on this day that the Imam Hussain, the grandson of Prophet Mohammed, and his men were slain at Karbala.

It is to bemoan the martyrdom of the Imam that the Muslims observe Muharram. Fasting is an important ritual of this day.

Festivals in Kerala

Onam || Sabarimala Festival || Nehru Trophy Boat Race || Aaranmula Boat Race || Cochin Carnival || Muharram || Malabar Mahotsavam || Swathi Festival || Aarattu || Jagannatha Festival || Aattachamayam || Indira Gandhi Boat Race || Thirunakara Festival || Vettukadu Perunal || Nisha Gandhi Dance Festival || Oachirakkali || Easter || Thrissur Puram || Aranmula Uthrittathi || Chittur Konganpada || Maramon Convention || Nellikulangara Vallanghi Vela || Thiruvathira Festival || Oaachira Kettukazhcha || Nilamperoor Padayani || Ramadan || Makaravillakku at Sabarimala || Kerala Village fair || Kalapathy Chariot Festival ( Ratholsav )