Mannan Festivals
Kalavoottu
The name Kalavoottu is derived from the words Kaalam (meaning a year or season) and Oottu (meanin...
Payayil Iruthal: Mourning Ritual of the Mannan Community
Payayil Iruthal (also called Payel Iruthal) is a traditional mourning ritual observed by the Mann...
Meenoottu: Annual Ritual of the Mannan Community
Meenoottu is an annual ritual performed by the Mannan community to seek protection from diseases ...
Pongal Festival in the Mannan Community
Pongal is one of the major festivals celebrated by the Mannan community, alongside Kalayoottu. Th...