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Onam is around the corner and one of the images that come to anyone’s mind is beautiful women, regardless of their age draping in those kasavu sarees – the off-white robe with those golden borders! This speaks volumes of the tradition and culture of the Keralities, which has travelled across geographical boundaries. There would be hardly any Malayalee who does not own this handloom popularly known as ‘Kerala Saree’. The...

Vishu marks the beginning of a new year for Keralites. Setting up Vishu Kani (Vishukkani), an assortment of auspicious items in front of the Krishna idol is considered to be an important part of the festival. The first sight of this Kani is supposedly believed to herald a prosperous and fruitful year.