Life
– Malayalis observe Vishu Kani at home, with a tray full of auspicious items and an idol of Lord Krishna is kept
– The tray consists of items like rice, golden lemon, golden cucumber, coconut cut open, jackfruit, kanmashi, betel leaves, areca nut, a metal mirror, golden yellow konna flowers, holy scriptures, money, and an oil lamp
– According to tradition the elderly wake up first and light the lamp, after which they wake up all the other family members one by one and guide them towards the Vishu Kani
– Kazhcha is the tradition of visiting temples and indulging in prayers and meditation in the morning.