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Festivals Cochin Carnival Introduction to the Cochin Carnival in Kerala The people of Kerala celebrate all its festivals with a great deal of joyous enthusiasm. The Cochin Carnival brings a lot of joy and delight to the people of Kerala. Kochi Fort is the center of all the merriment that takes place at the time of the Cochin Carnival. History of the Cochin Carnival in Kerala The history of this grand feast dates back to the colonial era. The Portuguese welcomed the New Year with a lot of gaiety and fervor. Even though the tradition of partying and merry making has been continuing ever since, the year 1984 witnessed a revival in the festivities. It heralded the beginning of celebrations on a grander scale. Description of the Cochin Carnival in Kerala Participation, Peace, Progress, Adventure and Environment - these are the five major factors that contribute to the essence of this vibrant fete. The ambience of Kochi Fort is filled with cheerfulness when the Kerala Cochin Carnival is celebrated. It is impressively illuminated. Being the meeting ground of a large number of people dressed in brightly colored clothes, the sight is a visual delight. People thoroughly enjoy themselves by participating in various activities and games. Prizes are distributed to the winners but it is the spirit of participating which is of foremost importance at the Cochin Carnival. Many competitions like Beach Bike Race, Sea Swimming, Beach Football and Beach Volleyball are held and youngsters keenly take part in it. This colorful fiesta attracts the largest number of visitors on New Year's Day. On this day a grand procession is taken out. Elephants in ornamental trappings are the chief attraction of this splendid parade. One can also witness the performances of talented folk artists in this magnificent pageant. The music created by the harmonious blending of five instruments called Panchavadyam is continuously played. The elaborate displays mounted on platforms are simply spectacular. People in fancy dresses are also to be seen in this charming rally. Yet another unique feature of this festival is that even though it is celebrated in the south Indian state of Kerala, north Indian dances are very much an integral part of the procession. Time for celebrating the Cochin Carnival in Kerala This Carnival in Cochin which is marked by unlimited fun and frolic is held each year in the last week of December.
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