Onam Pookalam Images Wallpaper HD Onam is the biggest and the most important festival of the state of Kerala in India. It is also celebrated by the Malayali diaspora around the world. Onam falls in the month of Chingam (August–September) and marks the homecoming of the legendary King Mahabali. The festival lasts for ten days and is celebrated with much fanfare and joy. Onam Pookalam, also known as Ona Thumbi, is an integral part of Onam celebrations.
Onam Pookalam is a floral carpet or Rangoli made with flowers, typically placed at the entrance of homes to welcome King Mahabali. Onam Pookalam usually has a central motif, with concentric designs emanating from it. The Onam Pookalam designs vary from region to region and from year to year. However, the most popular Onam Pookalam designs usually feature flowers such as marigolds, chrysanthemums, roses and jasmine.
Making Onam Pookalam is a creative and therapeutic process. It is a way to express one’s innermost feelings and emotions. Onam Pookalam also symbolizes the harvest season and the prosperity that comes with it. Onam Pookalam is an important part of Onam celebrations and is enjoyed by people of all ages.
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