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Attukal Pongala 2024: Interesting facts about Kerala's famous festival

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Guinness World Record:

Attukal Pongala is officially recognized as the largest annual gathering of women by the Guinness Book of World Records.

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Main Deity:

The Attukal Bhagavathy Temple worships Goddess Bhadrakali (Kannaki).

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24 Salagrams were used for making the deity

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Significance:

The celebration of Attukal Pongala is said to bring happiness and prosperity to the family.

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Record-breaking Ceremonies

In 1997, 1.5 million women participated in Pongala, setting a Guinness World Record. 
 

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In 2009, the attendance reached 2.5 million, establishing a new record

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Famous festival in Kerala

Attukal Pongala is a renowned festival celebrated at the Attukal Bhagavathy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram

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Attracts millions of devotees

Attukal Pongala is a symbol of communal harmony and devotion, attracting devotees from far and wide.

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