Women of the family come together for a group portrait during a Muslim wedding, reflecting the importance of community and kinship in the celebration. The modest attire with head coverings, alongside the bride’s festive dress and jewellery, highlights the blend of tradition and festivity.
A Mappila woman, dressed in traditional attire adorned with ornaments, prepares pathiri, a signature dish of Kerala’s Muslim community. Pathiri, a delicate rice flatbread, is an essential part of festive and wedding feasts, symbolising hospitality and culinary heritage.
Believed to be the oldest mosque in India, the Juma Masjid at Thazhathangadi, situated on the banks of the Meenachil River in Kottayam, is an architectural marvel. It is renowned for its temple-like architecture and the fine craftsmanship of its carved wooden roof.
