Language
People of this town generally know both Tamil and Malayalam languages, because of its proximity to the border state of Kerala. Tamil and Malayalam are widely spoken by the people. These two languages along with English are used as a medium of teaching in all major schools (S.A.Matriculation Hr. Sec School, St.Josephs Hr.Sec School, T.C.K Higher Secondary School). The Tamil spoken here is a mix of Malayalam and Tamil, sometimes uninteligible to the people of North Tamil Nadu.
Most of the people in this area believe that the language the people speaks here is not Malayalam and not Tamil, also it is not just mix of both, It is a language without scripts. Lots words these people pronounce neither be written in Malayalam nor Tamil.
The culture is a mixture of Tamil and Malayalam culture and traditions. Hinduism and Christianity are the major religions in the town. Everyone respects every one of all religions and together take part in all festivals like Vavubali. Some of the prominent festivals that are celebrated here are Onam, Deepavali, Easter, Christmas, New Year. Rangoli with flowers will be arranged in most of the Hindu houses and Mahabali naadu Kaanal(Remembrance for the King Mahabali, Hero Of Onam Festival) ceremony will also be done in the entire town of Kuzhithurai during Onam. And a big Athapoo Kalam will be made in front of the Palace road during Onam.
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