Anandapalli Maramadi

Anandapalli, a tiny village near Adoor in Pathanamthitta district is famous for its annual Maramadi festival, an ox race carnival, commonly held in the villages of Kerala during the harvest season (August- September).

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Vast stretches of freshly ploughed paddy fields (kandams) form the stadium for the race. Excited villagers crowd around the stadium to cheer the participants.

A pair of oxen managed by three persons form a participating unit. Nearly 30 such units participate in the race, which starts at noon and continues up to dusk.

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Main Attraction

Ox Race Carnival.

Location

Village Anandapalli, Pathnamthitta District, Kerala.

Best Time

August-September.

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Anandapalli Maramadi

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