Snake Boat Race (Vallam Kali) Alleppy - 2010

Took these images at the Vallam Kali held at Alleppey, Kerala in the month of August 2010.

A typical Snake Boat

Contestants lining up before the race

The rowers row in unison to the beat of the boatmen’s song...

... with sheer determination...

... and strength.

The rowers in action...

... with utmost concentration and the burning desire to win.

A Snake Boat speeding to the Finish Line.

Closer and closer they get...

... as they make their final dash to the race finish!!!