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Pathanamthitta Trip
In the southern portion of Kerala, Pathanamthitta is situated. It is the smallest district in the Own Country of God. On 1 November 1982, to speed up the process of growth, this district was created. Now it is a city and business center that is rapidly growing. Two words 'Pathanam' and '(together these words mean 'cluster of ten houses by the river') derive from the name of this town. By recommending top travel destinations, famous sightseeing sites, weekend destinations, outdoor adventure activities, and deals for last-minute hotels in Pathanamthitta, Pathanamthitta tourism. With the aid of Rengha Holidays' best online travel guides, travel tips, and advice, travelers in India can get their Pathanamthitta holidays prepared.
Pathanamthitta In And Around Tourist Places
With its boat races, religious shrines, and cultural training center, Pathanamthitta is a popular tourist niche. The 'Pilgrim Capital of Kerala' is also referred to. It houses Sabarimala, where Lord Ayappa's home is located, where millions of devotees from all over India come every year. This town, in addition, has a rich heritage of art and culture. The rich art includes the famous ritualistic dance called Padayani, which is ten days long. It is done at the Temple of Kadamanitta Devi. It's the development of a metal-alloy mirror crafted by hand. As a family secret of the crafts, the process of creating this mirror is preserved. Velu Thampi Deva, in addition to the Sabarimala Temple.
Town Pathanamthitta. The district administration is led by the Collector of the District. He/She is helped by five Deputy Collectors with general payments, income recovery, land development, land reforms, election, and disaster management charges. Pathanamthitta has one district panchayat, eight-block panchayat, and 53-gram panchayats, under the three-tier system of panchayat in rural areas. There are 4 municipalities in the district under the single-tier structure in urban areas. The district was, however, united into a single Parliamentary constituency, thus contributing a seat to the Lok Sabha.
Painting Mural : While Pathanamthitta is the youngest among the districts of Kerala, the area falls under the district has a rich heritage of art and culture. The rich art includes the famous Padayani folklore. Vasthuvidya Gurukulam, founded by the Cultural Department of the State, is a unique institution that works to promote Vasthuvidya.
Kannadi Aranmula : 'Aranmula Kannadi' is a rare art that can not be found anywhere else in the world. A long process that takes sufficient patience in the making of the metal mirror. In order to cast the Aranmula Kannadi into traditional clay molds, some unidentified metals are alloyed with copper and tin. It takes no less than 14 days to build a dozen metal mirrors and the smallest Aranmula Kannadi. A tightly guarded secret passed down from generation to generation is the technique of making this mirror.
Things to do in Pathanamthitta
Padayani :The figures in Patayani consist of Pikachu, Kali, Karakkura, Pillatini, Bhairavi, Kalan, etc. Patayani is a ritualistic dance, which literally means an assortment of common people. The masks are painted with a grotesque touch of surrealism. The oval eyes and triangular ears and the height of the abnormal. The Devi (goddess) temples of the Central Travancore district are synonymous with Patayani. The art finds its presence in at least a dozen village temples, with the involved company of the villagers sharing the ritual knowledge and responsibilities. The Velan (the sorcerer) plays his 'Para' percussion instrument when the areca tree is uprooted and ceremoniously put as the flagstaff of the festival for 28 days at the temple premises, which must end on the 'Bharani' day.
The 'Velichappadu' from the Nayar caste is possessed and dances to the Para rhythm and with the aid of the villagers officiates the ritual of uprooting and putting the flagstaff. The Mannan (village washerman), who is also in charge of plucking coconuts, provides the masks with areca sheaths and other materials. The masks are painted by Kenyan. For 18 days, this process will proceed. On the 19th day in a procession, the villagers enter the temple singing boat songs in a group in a rhythm peculiar to the rowing of a country ship. The neighboring villagers perform a group dance called 'Kappoli' in front of the temple before a lighted lamp as a corporate gesture for the festivities. They display a variety of acrobatic martial features in dancing accompanied by singing.
Gurukulam Vasthuvidya : Vasthuvidya Gurukulam works to promote ancient Indian architecture, which is a pure and ethnic manifestation of the socio-cultural heritage of India. Preservation and promotion of and mural paintings is the aim of the Gurukulamis. It is also planned to renovate and conserve traditional buildings and mural paintings. A one year Post Graduate Diploma Course in Vasthuvidya. For the artisans belonging to the community of carpenters active in the construction business, Vasthuvidya. Four academic courses are conducted here, based on the basic texts of Vasthuvidya, and one is approved by Mahatma Gandhi University. Gurukulam has a very productive consultation center that prepares sketches and designs for those who are involved in constructing buildings in typical architectural patterns. Mural drawings in natural colors of sophistication.
Tourist attractions in Pathanamthitta
Konni and Adavi : Konni, a hill town, is known for its timber trade and wild elephant training center. This is a quaint town on the bank of the River Achakovil, with green meadows and hills. It is surrounded by plantations of cloves and peppers. Elephants caught in the forests are tamed here too. Konni is the eco-tourism hub of the Pathanamthitta district, which has a project with elephants at its nerve center, with a wide expanse of lush green forests.
The Water of Perunthenaruvi falls : The Perunthenaruvi Waterfalls are a natural drop down a rocky path into a ravine about 100 feet deep. It is during monsoons that the roaring waters of Perunthenaruvi falls can truly be enjoyed. The place's name translates to 'great honey stream' and in the Pathanamthitta district, it has developed into a popular picnic spot. Distance from the nearest railway station – Thiruvalla is around 44 km.
Maramon/Kozhencherry : Kozhencherry lies 13 miles away. Pathanamthitta, on the left bank of the Pamba River, is a trade hub and a thriving agricultural goods market. Maramon is located on the right bank of the Pampa River near Kozhencherry.
