The significance of Vishu Kani decoration – All you need to know

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1. Vishu Kani is an important part of the Vishu festival, and it is believed that the first thing one sees on Vishu morning sets the tone for the rest of the year.

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2. The Vishu Kani is typically an arrangement of auspicious items such as rice, fruits, vegetables, betel leaves, flowers, and coins, arranged in a traditional manner.

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