Kerala: Devotees Throng Sabarimala Temple On Occasion Of Makaravilakku Festival
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On the occasion of the Makaravilakku festival, devotees gather at the famous Sabarimala temple to seek the blessings of Lord Ayappan.
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 15: On the occasion of the Makaravilakku festival, devotees gather at the famous Sabarimala temple to seek the blessings of Lord Ayappan.
Makaravilakku festival is observed on the day of Makar Sankranti in Kerala. The auspicious festival of Makar Sankranti marks the transition of the sun to the Makara Rashi (Capricorn) from the Dhanu Rashi (Sagittarius). It is said that the northward journey of the sun (Uttarayan) begins on this day, making the celebrations quite auspicious.
Devotees were seen wearing traditional outfits and carrying bundles on their heads that contained traditional offerings like coconuts filled with ghee, camphor, and rice.
The Sabarimala temple is built on a 40-foot-high plateau and is dedicated to Lord Ayappan.
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✨Meanwhile, the country is steeped in enthusiasm and gusto on the special occasion of Makar Sankranti.
(ANI)
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