Theyyam, Closeup shot

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Theyyam or Theyyattam or Thira is a popular Hindu ritual form of worship of North Malabar in Kerala state, India. The word 'Theyyam' originated from 'Daivam' means nothing but God. The Theyyam or Kolam (a form or shape), represents a mythological, divine or heroic character. There are around 400 Theyyams in northern Kerala.

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Size: 6000px × 4000px
Location: Kannur, Kerala, India
Photo credit: © MOHAMED IMAGES / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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