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Thangal Para in Vagamon, Kerala
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Thangal Para In Vagamon (2020)
Nestled on the Thangal hill, Thangal Para in Vagamon is a famous tourist attraction and a holy site of muslims. The site oozes out unbounding beauty, serenity and tranquility. There is a rock and a tomb of Sheikh Fariuddin at the spot. Under the rock is a mosque. Every year, hundreds of tourists and devotees pay a visit to the pious site and seek blessings. Apart from that, they are also left awestruck by the unparalleled beauty of the place. The top of the Thangal Para offers a picturesque view of mountains and lush greenery that is sure to leave your jaw-dropped. Not only muslims, but other tourists also visit the place and get a soul-stirring experience.
History of Thangal Para
Like every other sacred place, Thangal Para too has a story associated to it which will enlighten you about the history and culture of muslim community living there. Some 800 years ago, a muslim saint from Afghanistan, namely Sheikh Fariuddin, visited this place along with his 40 followers. He stayed there until his death. The place was dedicated to him then.
Events at Thangal Para
Every year, the great Uroos festival is celebrated at Thangal Para with great vigour and show. It is held in the month of April. During the festival, pilgrims give offerings and a sweet dish called ganjshakar is distributed amongst all. Recently the festival was celebrated in a beautiful manner, the celebrations began at 9:30 am and went on
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Is there any dress code for visiting Thangal Para?
No, there is no dress code to visit Thangal Para. However, since it is a sacred place you should try wearing proper clothes.
What is the height of Thangal Para?
The height of Thangal Para is 2500 above sea level.
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