Faq
Find quick answers to the most common questions about Vishu celebrations, rituals, and traditions.
What exactly is the meaning of Vishu?
Vishu signifies the start of the Medam month and the astrological New Year in Kerala. It represents a time of equal day and night, symbolizing balance and fresh beginnings.
What is the significance of the Kanikonna flower?
The golden-yellow Kanikonna (Cassia fistula) blooms around this season. It is considered the flower of Lord Krishna and symbolizes wealth, prosperity, and the golden glow of the sun.
What time should we view Vishukkani?
Traditionally, Vishukkani is viewed before sunrise, ideally during the early dawn hours, as the first sight of the New Year.
Is Vishu celebrated only in Kerala?
Vishu is mainly celebrated in Kerala, but Malayali communities across India and worldwide celebrate it with equal devotion.