Chavittunatakom Chavittunatakom Dance, Kerala TravelA sensual blend of wide-ranging cultures is tangible in Chavittunatakam. Literally means 'Stamping Drama', its history begins with advent of the Portuguese to the Malabar coast of Kerala. Chavittunadakam has a story to tell. When the Portuguese came to Kerala, they felt a vacuum in the cultural arena. What they needed was a medium to spread the myths and the legends they held dear. They felt Kathakali impressive, but their ego did not permit... read more »

Museum of Kerala History The Museum of Kerala History is at Edapally on the way to Aluva. It is the best place to have a quick glimpse of Kerala's history. A statue of Parasurama, the sage who is said to have created Kerala, greets the visitors. Life size figures depict important landmarks of civilization from the Neolithic age to the modern era. There is an excellent narration of Kerala history in the past 2000 years. It presents one-hour light and sound spectacles of life-size sculptures... read more »

Indo-Portuguese Museum Kochi, Kerala The Indo-Portuguese Museum situated in Fort Kochi throws light on the strong Portuguese influence in both the art and the architecture of the region. The museum today is an important center to understand the Indo-Portuguese Christian Art heritage, which is still surviving. The museum is the outcome of the untiring efforts of the late Dr. Joseph Kureethra, Bishop of Kochi. Driven by sheer commitment to protect the rich heritage of his Diocese, the bishop... read more »

Hill Palace Museum in Kerala The Hill Palace museum is located in Ernakulam, Kerala. This museum has a distinction of being the first heritage museum of Kerala. The Hill Palace museum houses the Royal collections of the erstwhile Maharaja of Kochi. It is the official residence of the Kochi royal family and the largest archaeological museum in Kerala. The Hill Palace complex comprises of 49 buildings, built in the traditional architectural style of Kerala, spread over 50 acres of beautifully landscaped... read more »

Makaravillakku At Sabarimala Festival Makara Vilakku Pooja is a seven-day festival conducted annually in the famous Ayyappa Temple at Sabarimala. The festival begins on the auspicious day of Makara Sankranthi, the day on which the sun is in summer solstice (vernal equinox). This is also the first day of the Malayalese month of Makaram. Makara Vilakku Pooja commemorates the day on which idol of Lord Ayyappa or Dharma Sastha was enshrined in the temple and is the most important event to be conducted... read more »

If your first step is wrong, the whole journey will be wrong. World over an emphasis is put on beginnings. Getting off to a good start is essential, as the beginning is the foundation upon which everything that comes after rests. Indian culture, perhaps more than any other, stresses the importance of beginning things properly. The position of the stars and planets is taken into consideration to insure auspicious beginnings, homas are performed and stotrams are chanted to Lord Ganesha in order to... read more »

Muthoot Cardamom County Thekkady,Kerela The resort's dream location, unhurried style, and the attentive concern to hospitality never fail to leave lasting memories. Set in beautifully landscaped gardens against green-clad mountains, each of the simple yet stylish cottages present the finest in modern living. ROOMS The cottages are built on various levels, following the natural contours of the hillock within the resort. Each cottage with its spacious bedroom and private verandah is equipped with... read more »