Vibrant Festivals in Ernakulam

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Royal Temple Festival
Ernakulam District

Grand royal temple festival featuring elephant processions, classical arts, traditional music, and showcasing the cultural heritage of Cochin royal family.

Key Attractions:
Royal Temple Celebrations Elephant Processions Classical Arts
November-December (Vrishchikam)
220 km

Aluva Sivarathri

Hindu Festival
Ernakulam District

Major Sivarathri celebration at Aluva Manappuram featuring all-night vigil, traditional music, dance performances, and massive devotee participation.

Key Attractions:
Sivarathri Celebrations All-night Vigil Traditional Music
February-March (Maha Sivarathri)
230 km

Ernakulam Shiva Temple Festival

Temple Festival
Ernakulam District

Traditional temple festival featuring elaborate rituals, cultural programs, and celebrating Shiva worship in the commercial capital of Kerala.

Key Attractions:
Shiva Temple Celebrations Elaborate Rituals Cultural Programs
February-March (Malayalam month Kumbham-Meenam)
220 km

Vallarpadathamma Church Feast

Christian Festival
Ernakulam District

Annual church feast at Vallarpadam featuring religious processions, community celebrations, and showcasing the Christian heritage of Ernakulam.

Key Attractions:
Church Processions Community Celebrations Religious Programs
September (annual feast)
225 km

Chottanikkara Makam Thozhal

Temple Festival
Ernakulam District

Famous temple festival at Chottanikkara Devi Temple featuring traditional rituals, healing ceremonies, and celebrating the divine mother goddess.

Key Attractions:
Devi Temple Celebrations Healing Ceremonies Traditional Rituals
February-March (Makam nakshatra)
235 km