Cultural Scene in Thiruvananthapuram, Capital of God's Own Country

Trivandrum has a vibrant and eclectic cultural scene. This is an attempt to showcase through photographs some of the events to give a flavour to the common man - not the cognoscenti. I will also post some curious views of Trivandrum which may even be a 'culture shock'! You will find that recently, I have been adding some snippets from the city not necessarily related to culture but give a holistic view of the life in this city.

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Mar 7, 2012

Attukal Pongala 2012

The Attukal Pongala which entered the Guinness Book of Records with 27 lakh women devotees is set to break the records this year with 35 lakh participants expected. This is evident from the early morning crowd today captured in these images. The lines have extended to Bakery Junction and interior of Thycaud - a good 5-6 kilometers from the Attukal temple. There are also many clusters near other temples in extended areas. I am also impressed by the discipline and cleanliness of the devotees, compared to pilgrims elsewhere in India.
More pictures at: http://bit.ly/xhX4E7

Dec 18, 2009

4008 Ganeshas

Artist, Manilal exhibited his canvas (20x15) depicting 4000 images of the Hindu God Ganesha, Each image is unique. Manilal says he hopes to enter the Guiness Book of Records with this feat. On show at Sree Swathi Thirunal College of Music, Thycaud.More details appeared in The Hindu :http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2009/12/10/stories/2009121050750300.htm

See also Ganapati idols in Trivandrum: http://picasaweb.google.com/vihar7/Ganesha2009#

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Mar 7, 2012

Attukal Pongala 2012

Dec 18, 2009

4008 Ganeshas