Tholppavakoothu Dance Tholppavakoothu Dance, Kerala ToursLiterally meaning 'leather puppet play', Tholppavakkoothu is a ritual art performed during the annual festivals in the Kaali temples of Palakkad district. The text of the play is based on the Kamba Ramayana, narrated in a diction that is a mixture of Malayalam and Tamil dialectical variations. The play covers the whole gamut of events from Lord Rama's birth to his coronation as the King of Ayodhya. The show is enacted on the 'Koothumadom',... read more »

Krishnattam Dance Krishnattam Dance KeralaKrishnattam dance is another form of Kathakali, representing the various life stages of Lord Krishna. In Kerala, krishnanattam dance form still flourishes in the famous Guruvayoor Temple and other temples dedicated to Lord Krishna. The traditional Krishnattam dance is enacted as a series of 8 plays indicating the 8 main stages of lord Krishna's life. These 8 stages are: * Avataram * Kaliyamardanam * Rasakrida * Kamsavadham * Swayamvaram * Banayuddham *... read more »

Natana Kairali Research & Performing Centre for Traditional Arts, Thrissur Conceived with the idea of preserving and popularizing the various traditional art forms of Kerala that were on the verge of decline, the Natana Kairali Research & Performing Centre for Traditional Arts was set up in Thrissur by Gopal Venu. Over the years, this cultural center of Kerala has contributed immensely to the growth and development of diverse art forms that reflect the rich cultural heritage of the land. In... read more »

Kerala Kalamandalam, Cheruthuruthy, Thrissur The cradle of Kathakali training in India, Kerala Kalamandalam is located on the banks of Kerala's longest river, the Bharathapuzha in Cheruthuruthy. The state's flagship training school for Kathakali dance drama and other indigenous performing arts of Kerala, Kalamandalam was founded in 1927 AD by the revered poet Vallathol Significance Present Kalamandalam is undoubtedly the best institution in India imparting training and conducting performance... read more »

Vajikarana Tantra Vajikarana Tantra deals with various diseases like infertility and weakness of the shukra dhatu or the vital reproductive fluids of the body. The anatomical and physiological portions of Ashtang Ayurveda are based on three factors- dosh (basic body constituents), dhatu (body tissues) and mala (body wastes ). Dhatu decides the configuration of the body and functions under the governance of the dosha. In all, there are seven dhatu: rasa, rakta, mansa, med, asthi, majja and shukra.... read more »

Rasayana Tantra - Rejuvenation Rasayana Tantra or Jara Chikitsa is that branch of Ayurvedic science which deals with various preventive measures for ensuring a hale and hearty existence. It is a kind of rejuvenating therapy, which promotes rejuvenation in a healthy person and restores a diseased person to health. Rasayana Tantra aims at longevity, enhanced memory, health, youthfulness, radiance of complexion, generosity, bodily vigour and the sharpness of the senses. Rasayana implies that physical,... read more »

Toxicology - Agada Tantra Agada Tantra is a specialized branch of Ayurveda that offers us meticulously detailed information about the non- animal ( sthavar) and animal (jangam) poisons (visha) and the methods of elimination of these poisons from the human body. It particularly advocates different antidotes for materials which are poisonous to the human body. The branch of Agada Tantra finds explicit mention in Charak Sanhita, Sushruta Sanhita and Sharangdhar Sanhita. Uttar Sthana, the sixth section... read more »

Madhavan Nayar Foundation The Madhavan Nayar Foundation is located at Edapally in Ernakulam district in Kerala. It showcases the historic events and arts of Kerala. Located at a little distance from the crowded environment of Ernakulam is a silent building, which houses the museum. The visitor is greeted by a statue of Parasurama, the sage who is said to have created Kerala. The Madhavan Nayar foundation showcases the history of Kerala and pays homage to its creators. The Madhavan Nayar Foundation... read more »

Somatheeram Beach Resort Kerala Somatheeram Beach Resort, Kovalam, make for an ideal retreat away from the hustle bustle of the city life to recuperate and rejuvenate your mind, body and soul amidst untainted beaches, crowds of descending tourists and the playful sea. Accommodation: Somatheeram Beach Resort, Kovalam, offers 50 traditional wooden houses, stone bungalows and cottages that are equipped with modern amenities and efficient services including ceiling fan, attached baths with hot... read more »

Aranmula Uthrittathi Festival in Kerela Aranmula Uthrittathi is one of the Jalotsavam or water – carnival among the many that is celebrated in Kerala. The well known of them is the Aranmula Snake Boat Race that is observed on the Uthrittathi day of Chingom (August-September). The festival takes place at Pampa and is connected to the Onam Festival. It is celebrated in memory of Lord Krishna who once crossed the river of Pampa on that very day. As a result there is no aspect of competition in... read more »