This pilgrimage to Sabarimala, in the mountains of Kerala takes place every year. They are devotees of Lord Ayappa. They go through a 41 day penance abstaining from sex, meat and intoxicationg drinks before undertaking the trek up the forested mountain chanting the celebrated three words "Samiye, Saranam Ayappa ( Oh lord Ayappa, I come to thee for refuge). The doors of the temple at Sabarimala are open to everyone irrespective of caste, creed, religion or social status.
Friday, November 03, 2006
Pilgrims. Hampi
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On top of the hill near the Hanuman temple in Hampi, known as Kishkinda in the Ramayana. Some Ayappas pilgrims are admiring the beautiful landscape..And Hampi is really beautiful...
Kishkinda was ruled by a monkey king Vali ( Bali is named after him ) who was renowned for his strength and valour.
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