India Mint Stamp

Lokith Philately

Permanent Pictorial cancellation of Kerala

Permanent Pictorial Cancellation inaugural day covers

Date of issue: 15.02.2010

Pin code: 676301

Status: Active

PO Name: Thirunavaya

Description: Thirunavaya is mainly known for the Nava Mukunda Temple situated there in the banks of Bharathapuzha. The Mamankam festival held once every 12 years here witnesses not only brisk trading, intellectual contests and cultural festivals but also various forms of martial arts. The pictorial cancellation depicts a martial art form 'Kalari Payattu'

Writeup Source: Rediscovery of India through Pictorial Cancellations book by India Post