KANJIRAMATTOM FESTIVAL
Celebrated In: Ernakulam, Kerala
Centre of Activity: Kanjiramattom Mosque
Held In: 14th Of January, Every Year
Main Ritual: Chandanakkudam
Centre of Activity: Kanjiramattom Mosque
Held In: 14th Of January, Every Year
Main Ritual: Chandanakkudam
The festival of 'Kodikuthu' is celebrated on the 14th of January each
year, in Kanjiramattom Mosque, 25 kms from Ernakulam.
The mosque is believed to have been built as a memorial to Sheikh
Faridudddin. During the "Chandanakkudam" ritual at night,
pilgrims carrying pots covered with sandalwood paste proceed in a
procession to the mosque.
Six caparisoned elephants and folk performances accompany the procession.
Traditional Muslim art forms like Oppana
and Mappilappattu are also staged during the festival.
