As Coimbatore prepares for Eid al-Fitr, a heritage walk invitations residents to step into the center of the celebrations. Organised by KV Siddhartha of Coimbatore Art and Theatrical Society (CATS), the Talk-A-Walk Eid particular will take individuals by means of a number of the metropolis’s most vibrant areas — Athar Jamath Masjid, Big Bazaar Street, and Karumbukadai.
Eid al-Fitr, which marks the top of Ramzan, is a time of religious renewal, neighborhood gatherings, and festive indulgence. During the month of Ramzan, Muslims quick from daybreak to nightfall, breaking their quick at sundown with iftar — usually beginning with dates. The pageant itself is a celebration of gratitude and togetherness, the place households come collectively for prayers, feasting, and charity.
It is that this spirit of festivity that Siddhartha hopes to seize in the Talk-A-Walk occasion. “The heritage walks we conduct have been going on for a couple of years, but this is the first time we’re formally organising one around Eid,” he says. “Last year, my wife and I visited Karumbukadai and were captivated by the vibrant colours and atmosphere. I felt others should experience it too, to better relate to the occasion.”
A fragrance store close to Athar Jamath
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The strolling route
The walk will begin on the Athar Jamath Masjid, a mosque deeply rooted in Coimbatore’s historical past. “It was established by perfume traders from Tirunelveli, which is why it is named after athar (perfume),” Siddhartha explains. “Unlike some of the more ornamental mosques, it is relatively simple, yet significant.”
From the mosque, individuals will transfer by means of the bustling Big Bazaar space, the place markets, roadside eateries, and native distributors might be in full swing, getting ready for Eid. “This event is not just about fasting — there is a lot of feasting and shopping involved,” Siddhartha says. “I can safely assume that the roadside shops and eateries will be packed with people buying sweets, clothes, and other festival essentials.”
The remaining leg of the walk will take individuals to Karumbukadai, a locality recognized for its sturdy cultural identification. “We’ll drive under the flyover and explore the area, but the walk needs a clear start and end point,” Siddhartha explains.
A meals stall in Karumbukadai
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Not only a walk
For Siddhartha, these heritage walks are about fostering a deeper reference to one’s metropolis. “Often, we take our local heritage for granted. Through Talk-A-Walk, I have learned so much about Coimbatore’s history, and I believe others should too.”
He says that individuals are free to discover the neighbourhood for an hour, after which they’ll meet as soon as once more earlier than wrapping up.
Heritage walks like these, Siddhartha believes, are important to fostering civic satisfaction and understanding. “If you want to take pride in your town and understand what changes can be made, you need to experience it firsthand. Otherwise, it’s just hearsay. We’re looking for 12 participants, and maybe half of them will later organise something independently with their families.”
On 30 March, at 6pm. With solely 12 spots obtainable, these eager on becoming a member of can register by sending ‘25C-034D+Name’ through WhatsApp to 98942 88422.
Published – March 21, 2025 05:03 pm IST
