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Ayyappan

In Hinduism in the south of India, Ayyappan (alternate names Ayyappa, Ayyappaswami) is a god of fertility and growth. He is most venerated in Sabarimalai, in Kerala.

Pilgrimage to Sabarimalai will start from 1st of Vrichikam, a Malayalam month coming in the middle of November (probably between 14-16). The most important day for Ayyappan is on Makarasamkranthi day, that is the 1st of Makara month of Malayalam Caledar. This day will fall between January 14-16. Currently millions of devotess coming from all parts of India to Sabarimala for a glimpse of Lord Ayyappa.

See this external link for more information about Sabarimala and Lord Ayyappa. " class="external">http://www.ayyappa.com/Sabarimala.htm

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