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).
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.
General Information
Main Attraction
Ox Race Carnival.
Location
Village Anandapalli, Pathnamthitta
District, Kerala.
Best Time
August-September.
Prime Attractions of Pathanamthitta
Sabarimala
is a renowned pilgrim centre atop the rugged hills of the Western Ghats.
This holy shrine is dedicated to Lord Ayyappa.
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