With Onam 2026 approaching, Kerala comes alive with the sweet scent of flowers and the excitement of festive traditions. The festive journey of Onam spans ten days, beginning on August 16 with Atham ...

Happy Onam 2016! The wonderful ten-day long festival is finally nearing its end. Onam is a true celebration of the egalitarian nature of society and is celebrated by Malayalees around the world. Onam ...

When we think of Onam, the first picture that comes to our mind isn’t the grand feast or the boat races, it’s the pookalam. Those circles of flowers that spread across courtyards, bright and alive, ...

There is no Onam without 'pookalams' or floral carpets! And these pookalams have changed over time. From simple designs made with flowers plucked from one’s backyard to complex geometric patterns laid ...

Pookalam is a floral decoration made of fresh flowers and used as a floor decoration on the entrance porch or in the courtyard of a house. It is formed of the combination of two Malayalam words, which ...

Pookalam, the vibrant floral art of Onam, extends beyond the festival, bringing harmony and tradition into daily life. From dried petals to wall hangings, creative adaptations keep the spirit alive.