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Introduction of Pattambi Nercha
Pattambi Nercha is a glorious religious celebration primarily encapsulating the Muslims. It is held in Pattambi, Palakkad District. Pattambi Nercha is held in memory of Aloor Valiya Pookunjikoya Thangal - a Muslim saint of South Malabar. Pattambi Nercha, the local festival celebrated in Kerala is one of the most famous celebrations held in the evergreen state of India relating to the Muslims.
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Time of Pattambi Nercha Festival Kerala
Pattambi Nercha Festival In Kerala is a festival in Kerala, God's own country. This is a well recognized form of local festivals which is held around the time of the onset of summer season. It is seen that the tentative date is between February middle and end. The annual feast of the Pattambi mosque, situated 61 km from Palakkad, falls on the 22nd of February and is considered to be really splendid. It is considered to be a real visual treat for the tourists who flock at the spots during the festive season.
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Description of the Pattambi Nercha
Pattambi Nercha, the sacred festival held in Kerala is one of the festivals where herds of Muslim followers and pilgrims throng to the place and enjoy the bliss of ritualistic feeling all the day long. About 70-80 tuskers are lined up for the festival. Throngs of believers from all corners of the State attend this festival, which is held in memory of Aloor Valiya Pookunjikoya Thangal - a Muslim saint of South Malabar. The town is illuminated brilliantly and a pageant replete with traditional musical ensembles like Panchavadyam and Thayambaka is taken out in the night. Various art forms get under way on the banks of the Bharathappuzha. As in all other festivals typical of Kerala, the mosque grounds swarm with vendors and stalls, selling all kinds of things from food to utensils to jewelry. There are cultural performances every evening. Pattambi Nercha Kerala is one such festival which is a real crowd puller in the state.
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