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Pathanamthitta district is widely known as the `headquarters
of pilgrimage tourism', in the State of Kerala and is
famous for its rural lifestyle, which has duly called
for its promotion by the Tourism Dept. of Kerala.
In fact, the Union Government has declared Aranmula,
the picturesque village in Pathanamthitta district as
an international tourism destination.
Preserved in its virgin state the paradisiacal view
of this village is the elixir of life. Fragrant with
its rural life, Aranmula's tranquil setting is unblemished
by modernity. The centuries old Sree Parthasarathy Temple
located at the heart of the heritage village is its
soul and dates back to the times of Mahabharata.
Pathanamthitta also known as Town of Gods is among
one of the 14 districts of Kerala.
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Languages: Malayalam, Hindi, English
Area: 2731sq.km
Population: 1,186,628
Temperature: Mean Max: 37.0 deg.C
Temperature: Mean Min: 22.0 deg.C
Clothing: Tropical Cottons
Altitude: 500-1000 mt. above sea level
Climate: Tropical Monsoons
Tourist Season: August to March
Along with a centre of reverence for many ethnic communities-
Hindus, Muslims, Jains and Christians, it is also the
popular for its colorful fairs and festivals. These
festivities form an integral part of the socio cultural
structure, which is an intricate fabrication of the
diverse communal threads. There is no dearth of reasons
to celebrate at any time of the year. It is here that
Onam and Christmas are celebrated with equal fervor
as Vishnu Festival and Theyyam.
Some of the major Festivals of Pathanamthitta are:
Anandapalli Maramadi
Kadammanitta Patayani
Maramom Festival
Sabarimala Festival
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