Rituals of Machattu Mamangam

Machattu Mamangam, a five-day annual festival is celebrated at the Machattu Thiruvanikavu temple dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy, at Vadakkancherry, Thrissur district of Kerala, India.

Like every other festival of Kerala, this also reflects the cultural traditions of the State. Famous for its Kuthirakolams (effigies of horses), Machattu Mamangam is noted for several rituals. The video here shows some rituals associated with the festival, prior to the pageant.

How to reach:
Nearest railway station: Thrissur, about 21 km.
Nearest airport: Cochin International Airport, about 58 km from Thrissur.