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Description: Ayappan Pattu is a ritual performed by devotees of Lord Ayyappa. Also known as Sastha Pattu and Udukupaattu, the pilgrims embarking on a journey to Sabarimala perform Ayappan Pattu in their houses and temples. The song begins after striking a rhythmic beat called Ganapati talam on the ‘udukku’. The percussion instrument ‘udukku’ is a small bifacial vessel drum. It is held in the left hand and struck by the right hand. Ilathalam (cymbal) is also played.