Sabarimala Makaravilakku: Full Ritual Timetable
Devotees gather at Sabarimala for Makaravilakku today. The full ritual timetable includes pooja and the Makarajyothi darshan. Check details here.
Devotees gather at Sabarimala for Makaravilakku today. The full ritual timetable includes pooja and the Makarajyothi darshan. Check details here.
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