On the occasion of the Makaravilakku festival, devotees thronged the famous Sabarimala temple in Kerala to seek the blessings of Lord Ayappan. Devotees were seen wearing traditional outfits and carrying bundles on their heads that contained traditional offerings like coconuts filled with ghee, camphor, and rice. Makaravilakku festival is observed on the day of Makar Sankranti in Kerala.The auspicious festival of Makar Sankranti marks the transition of the sun to the Makara Rashi (Capricorn) from the Dhanu Rashi (Sagittarius). It is said that the northward journey of the sun (Uttarayan) begins on this day, making the celebrations quite auspicious.The Sabarimala temple is built on a 40-foot-high plateau and is dedicated to Lord Ayappa.
