What is Pulikali That Marks the End of Onam in Thrissur?

Ajay Mohan Sep 02, 2023

Onam is one of the major festivities of Kerala.

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It is a long 4-day celebration that ends with the ‘Pulikali’.

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Let’s have a look at the different aspects of Pulikali:

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‘Pulikali’ literally means, Tiger Dance.

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It is a recreational folk art from the state of Kerala.

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On the 4th day of Onam, artists perform the Tiger Dance which revolves around the theme of Tiger Hunting.

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On the fourth day of Onam, Pulikkali troupes from throughout the district congregate in Thrissur to put on the best performance.

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Pulikali has a history of more than 200 years.

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It was allegedly first introduced by the then-Maharaja of Cochin, Maharaja Rama Varma Sakthan Thampuran.

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