Introduction:
The festival of universal love is here again. Christmas, which is more than a festival is the solemn occasion to remember Jesus, his life and ultimate sacrifice and his message of compassion and brotherhood. The birth of Jesus Christ on December 25 each year sees a variety of customs and ceremonies.
Welcome to the tropical paradise of India - Kerala and take up a relaxing backwater travel ride or take a tour of Kerala's palm-fringed wide sandy beaches. Visit the lush green tea gardens or wildlife sanctuaries and rediscover the true wonder built by nature in India - Kerala. One more aspect of travel in Kerala is Ayurveda; indulge in some of Kerala's renowned natural therapy treatments and rejuvenate yourself. Kerala is amoung the most explored tourist destination in India, other being Rajasthan and Goa.
To begin with there is the Christmas Star, the Christmas tree, the Crib, the Christmas cake, presents, and of course, Christmas Father. He is the star attraction for children and is quite a fascinating personage, who claims above all to be the very embodiment of the most vibrant and quintessence of the gayest of all the festivals. With the children allowed to occupy the central stage, in the enchanted company of Christmas Father, Christmas takes on the look of a festival of children.
Though the Christmas tree is a comparatively new addition to Christmas celebrations in Kerala, it is the twinkling Christmas star put up at Christian homes or shops which sets the tone for a season of cheerfulness and joy.
The crib is a miniature production of the stable where Jesus was born. It developed from the old practice of giving dramatic expression to the events and the surroundings of the birth of Christ.
In cathedrals and churches, the nativity of Jesus is enacted through miniature models. The hymn 'Gloria in exelcis Deo' is intoned admidst the explosion of crackers.Carols and songs developed from nativity plays are sung. Priests hold the Holy Mass in churches at midnight.
Before the Mass begins, an image of the child Jesus is brought out by the priest, preceded by children holding lighted candles that are placed in the crib. Hymns are sung and crackers are burst to signify the coming of Jesus Christ into the world.
Later in the day, there is a feast with delicacies. Cakes are made at homes along with traditional Kerala sweets making Christmas a traditional Kerala festival.
Kerala, South India is ideal for luxury cultural tours that offer you a glimpse into the rich and dynamic culture of the people of Kerala, South India. During your luxury cultural tours to Kerala, South India you can avail of myriad tour packages that take you to different parts of Kerala in South India at favorable times of the year when you can be a part of the auspicious celebrations that mark the celebrations for festivals such as Onam, Thiruvithira, Aranmula Uthrittathi, Ramadan, Easter, Thrissur Pooram, Makaravillakku and Vishu.
The fairs and festivals of Kerala, South India are an expression of the deep traditional and cultural roots, religious beliefs and the undying spirit that have cascaded down the generations and are still alive in the hearts and minds of the people of Kerala, South India.
As far as fairs of Kerala, South India are concerned, the Gramam fair that is celebrated annually on the Kovalam beach in Kerala, India is a mosaic of color, Kerala culture, traditional Keralan cuisine, folk dance and music performances and more. Luxury tours to this Kerala fair opens up doors to the everyday lifestyle of a typical Kerala village in South India.
The Paripally Gaja Mela or Elephant fair is also a significant annual event that is held every year and is a brilliant demonstration of Kerala culture and tradition.
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