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Thrissur Pooram is an annual Hindu festival celebrated in the city of Thrissur in the south Indian state of Kerala. It is considered one of the most important temple festivals of the region and is held in the month of April. The festival is celebrated by a grand procession of decorated elephants, accompanied by traditional music and spectacle. The festival is dedicated to Lord Shiva and the festivities include large fireworks displays, traditional music and dance performances, and cultural programs. The highlight of the festival is the Kudamattam, a ritual in which decorated parasols are exchanged between the two temples involved in the festival. The festival draws huge crowds from all over the country and is a major tourist attraction.