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Payippad Boat Race

Introduction about Payippad Boat Race : The rich cultural heritage of India is reflected in its folk dances, cultural festivals, fairs, cuisines, legends and myths. The rich heritage of Kerala is also illuminated by various rituals and festivals. Payippad Boat Race, a festival which combines both the rich folklore as well as the natural abundance of the land.

Description: Having a strong resemblance to one of the most popular legend of Kerala the Payippad Boat Race is a tribute to two of the most revered deities of Kerala, Lord Sree Ayyappan as well as Lord Subramanya. According to a legend when the people of the Haripad Village decided to build a Sree Ayyappan temple in the premises of their village, the villagers has a vision that the idol of Sri Subramanya Swami should be installed in the temple. The vision also stated that the idol would be found in the Kayamkulam River, within which a vortex would be formed which would serve as the temporary abode of the God. True to the words of the vision, the villagers found the Subramanya Vigraha in the whirlpool of the Kayamkulam River, which they ceremoniously brought back to their village. The journey of the idol was accompanied by countless believers in a number of well decorated colored boats. This incident has been officially approved each year for three days in Kerala Boat Race Payippad.

Time for celebration: The Payippad Boat Race, being one of the most popular boat races in Kerala is an elaborate three days affair, which generally takes place during the months of August or, September.

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