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Mandalam-Makaravilakku
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About — Mandalam-Makaravilakku
Mandalam-Makaravilakku is a 41‑day pilgrimage period culminating in the appearance of the celestial fire at Sabarimala, Kerala, marking the annual festival of Lord Ayyappa. It is regarded as highly auspicious, and on the final night the mysterious Makaravilakku flame draws millions of devotees, with over 10 million recorded in 2019.