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The culture of Thiruvananthapuram is deeply rooted in traditions, festivals, and art forms. The biggest festival here is Onam, a harvest festival celebrated with flower carpets, traditional dances, and grand feasts served on banana leaves. Thiruvananthapuram is also famous for classical art forms like Kathakali and the ancient martial art Kalaripayattu. Another major event is Attukal Pongala, one of the largest gatherings of women in the world.