![]() The ten days of Onam is similar to a carnival. These ten days serve to be the most delightful days for the people in Kerala. This annual harvest festival lasts for as long as ten days. According to the Malayalam calendar, this month is known at Chingam. Onam is usually celebrated at the end of August and the beginning of September. Thiru refers to something related to Lord Vishnu, and Thiruvonam refers to the Nakshatra of Lord Vishnu. There are some other words for this festival like Thiru-Onam or Thiruvonam. ![]() This word implies one of the twenty-seven constellations (Nakshatra). The word Onam originated from the Sanskrit word Shravanam. ![]() The celebration of this colourful festival has been going on for quite long, and it continues even in this modern era. People irrespective of their religion, age, or community celebrate Onam with a lot of zest and enthusiasm. Onam is one of the most famous festivals of Kerala. ![]()
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