Vasantholsavam aims to spread harmony, says Kerala Tourism Minister

Vasantholsavam aims to spread harmony, says Kerala Tourism Minister

The flower show and illumination, being organised by the Department of Tourism, are aimed at spreading harmony, besides revving up the festive mood ahead of New Year,Tourism Minister P.A. Mohamed Riyas has said. 

Mr. Riyas was speaking at the inauguration of ‘Vasantholsavam New Year Illumination 2023’ at Kanakakkunnu Palace grounds, here, on Sunday. The glittering visual treat on the theme ‘Illuminating Joy Spreading Harmony’ would provide a new experience for visitors and give a momentum to the tourism activities in the city, the Minister said. 

The flower show is being conducted for the first time by the Tourism department at Kanakakkunnu Palace after the pandemic, he added. 

“The flower show would feature around 75,000 flower plants and 20 gardeners have been assigned to tender the plants. The butterfly swing, around 30 riveting illuminations, European model house and garden would be the major attractions of the event,” he said. 

The Minister also said that the Illuminations would be held in Kozhikode on December 27 and in Kochi on December 30. 

The event also will have programmes such as flower show, light show, cultural programmes, food festival, pets park and trade fair to draw the crowds.  

The Kanakakkunnu Palace grounds, set to be a nightlife spot, will have custom-designed and theme-based installations at the main gateway and in and around the sprawling mound, besides tree wrapping lights and special effect lightings on the ground, enhancing the festive ambience of the entire premise.