Aranmula Kannadi- Traditional Mirror of Kerala
Aranmula Kannadi is a well known mirror made in Aranmula village of Kerala. This traditional mirror made by a rare composition of metal alloys had attracted lots of tourists. Aranmula Kannadi is one among best tourist picks in Kerala. Rare composition made for the preparation of mirror is still preserved as a family secret.
Aranmula Kannadi
Aranmula Kannadi is a traditionally made mirror in Aranmula village of Kerala. It is a composition of metal alloys with no second reflection. Composition used for the preparation of Aranmula Kannadi is not exposed in front of public. Till now,the composition is preserved as a family secret. Copper and tin are two main ingredients used for the preparation of Aranmula Kannadi. Historical value of Aranmula Kannadi is well famous and had attracted lots of tourists from all over the world. Amazing traditional style and great composition of metal alloys used for the preparation of this prestigious mirror seems like a mystery to the world. Origin of Aranmula Kannadi connects back to the history of Aranmula Parthasarathy temple. According to Hindu mythology, Aranmula Kannadi is one among the main ingredients of Ashta Mangalyam. It also play a major role in traditional Kerala festivals like Vishu.
Reflection seen in Aranmula Kannadi is very special when comparing to that of ordinary mirror. It can be considered as the original reflection with no secondary reflection like ordinary one. Composition of Aranmula Kannadi is a family secret of bronze casters who came from Sankarankoil in Tamil Nadu district. According to research, it is found that making of an Aranmula Kannadi need at least six months time period. Due to rare composition and making time period, Aranmula Kannadi is costly. For example, a five inches diameter Aranmula Kannadi enclosed in brass metal finish may cost about eight thousand rupees in total. Due to rare composition, demand for Aranmula Kannadi is increasing day by day.
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