
Aanayoottu, the grand festival that throng crowds to Vadakkunnathan temple in city of Thrissur, was celebrated as a low-key affair this year. The festival of feeding elephants, which began on Saturday witnessed the participation of only 15 elephants. The month-long event which also aligns with Karkidakam month of Malayalam Calendar, is considered to be an ideal time for the wellness treatment of elephants. Photo Mathrubhumi