Sep 10, 2024 · On the first day, the Pookalams are made of only yellow flowers. According to tradition, King Mahabali prepares to visit his land on this day. The celebrations, known as Athachamayam, are especially grand in Thrippunithura near …

Atham marks the start of celebrations of the ten day festivity of Onam. This day is believed to be the day when King Bali starts his preparation to visit his Kingdom. On Atham, the rituals start with taking a head bath and offering prayers to God.

The traditional ritual of laying pookkalam (floral Rangoli) starts on Atham day. The pookkalam on this day is called Athapoo, and it is relatively small in size. The size of the pookkalam grows in size progressively with each day of the Onam festival.

Aug 30, 2022 · Day 1, Atham: The first day. Known as Atham, which marks the beginning of the fetival. It is believed that Asura King Mahabali's annual visit from Patala Lok to every Malayali home and meet...

Sep 6, 2024 · Atham Day 2024 marks the beginning of the Onam festival and is an important and festive occasion. It kicks off a week of joyful celebrations where families and communities come together to honour King Mahabali and celebrate the rich culture of Kerala.

Sep 6, 2024 · Onam, a lively 10-day festival celebrated in Kerala, is renowned for its colorful festivities and delicious traditional cuisine. It commemorates the homecoming of the legendary King Mahabali....

Sep 14, 2024 · Onam, also known as "Atham," marks the beginning of the grand Onam festival celebrated in the Indian state of Kerala. It falls on the first day of the Malayalam month of Chingam, which typically occurs in August or September according to the Gregorian calendar.

Onam is a popular Harvest festival in Kerala which celebrates the return of King Mahabali, a righteous demon king of Kerala in the Hindu mythology. It will be celebrated for ten days from August 26 to September 5 in 2025.

The first day of Onam Celebrations starts with Atham day in Chingam. It is believed that King Mahabali starts his preparations to descend from Pathala to Kerala on this day. The day also marks the start of festivities at Thrikkakara Temple (considered as the abode of Mahabali).

Atham is the first day of grand Onam celebration. The Atham day falls in the month of Chingam according to the Malayalam calendar. In 2024, Atham Onam date is September 6.