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AARANMULA BOAT RACE
Celebrated In : Kerala
Centre of Activity : Village Aaranmula
In the month of : August - September
Main Attractions : 100 Feet Long Boat Races
The Aaranmula Boat Race is staged each year in the scenic village of Aaranmula in August/ September. This river carnival is part of the Aaranmula Temple festival. Masses throng the shores of the River Pamba to watch an imposing cluster of snake boats called 'Palliyodams'.
Each boat, nearly 100 feet long, is a remarkable feat of craftsmanship, with the stem curved to resemble the hood of a snake and a tampering bow. Festooned with silk and gold spangled umbrellas, the boats are manned by a crew of more than 100 men. Aranmula Boat Race