Onam is the harvest festival of Kerala that falls during the month of Chingam ( August- September). It is a ten-day-long festival that displays the best of Kerala’s culture and tradition. Onam is mainly celebrated in the honour of King Mahabali, who was once a mighty ruler of Kerala. Kerala witnessed a golden era during King Mahabali’s rule. It is believed that King Mahabli comes back to his kingdom from the nether World during Onam. The grandeur of Onam festival is really magnificent. The entire state of Kerala illuminates like a bright star. The colour, fervour and festivities are captivating.