The temple dedicated to Sree Krishna is
at Thrichambaram, Kannur, 14-kms from Pappinisserry railway station. The fortnight
festival begins on 22nd Kumbham (February - March). Another temple dedicated
to Sree Balarama ( believed to be the brother of Lord Krishna) is at Mazhoor,
Thrichambaram. On the first day, the idol of Balarama is taken out in procession
from Mazhoor temple and brought to the Thrichambaram temple.
The procession marks the beginning of the festival. On the last day of the festival,
the idols of Sree Krishna and Balarama are taken out ceremoniously. Lord Krishna
retreats to His abode, that is Thrichambaram temple, while his brother Balarama
returns to Dharmakulangara temple, denoting the end of the festival. The processions
in this festival is sans elephants.
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