Ponmudi is a less explored hill station in Kerala. The natural springs, small hills, estates etc makes this a memorable holiday destination. History Was under “Ay” royal family till 10th century CE Later became part of Venad kingdom British officers found this hill station ideal for tea cultivation Post Indian independence ( 1947) it became Read More…
Theyyam uses bright colours in the make up and the tribal rituals dating thousands of years are performed. Rituals The performer gets into disguise of a deity after spiritual preparation First phase is Vellattam or Thottam ( without much costume) Dance starts according to drum beats after wearing full costume For some Theyyams performer walks Read More…
Khajjiar which is often described as “Mini Switzerland” is a location made famous through bollywood movies.Some of the bollywood movies shot at this destination include: Wajood Gadar: Ek Prem Katha Himalay Putra and Lootera Destination type: Leisure Location: Himachal pradesh History of Khajjiar During 6th century CE Rajputs ruled Chamba Valley Khajjiar was capital of Rajput Read More…
Theyyam is thousands of years old ritual of God dance in Northern Kerala. The performer is assumed to attain the status of God and devotees seek blessings. Destination: Kerala, India History of Theyyam 1. Legends attributes the origin of Theyyam to Lord Parasuram 2. According to archaeologist Raymond Alchin, Theyyam could have originated on earliest Read More…
Kovalam beach is one of the most famous beaches in India. It constitutes three curved beaches. Viz: 1. Hawa beach 2. Light house beach and 3. Samudra beach History 1. Travancore Queen Sethu Lakshmi Bai built Haylcon Castle here in 1936 2. Realizing tourist potential Prince GV Raja invited Thomas Cook & Sons to develop Read More…
Ochira temple is a unique temple dedicated to Parabrahma ( Universal Consciousness ). The annual Oachira Kali festival is celebrated on 1st and 2nd of Malayalam month Midhunam. Fighters from 52 karas ( regions) gather under asans / gurus at the padanilam or battlefield and engage in a mock battle. Due to Corona this year Read More…
Ottan Thullal is a solo performance art form. The steps and techniques has been adapted from the 2 century BCE book Natyasastra by Bharata Muni. Some of the basic techniques used in Ottan Thullal are: 1. Mudras( hand gestures) 2. Facial expressions symbolizing navarasas 3. Slow rhythm 4. Malayalam songs based on Read More…
In Mohiniyattam dance two techniques are used by dancer for communicating with the audience. The dancer / performer uses these two techniques effectively for telling the story, expressing emotions or showing different characters like a king or a God . The techniques of Mohiniyattam consists of : 1. Adavus (steps) 2. Mudras ( hand gestures) Read More…
Ottan Thullal is an art form originated in the south Indian state Kerala. The Ottan Thullal comprises of humour, satire and social criticism. Former Indian Prime minister Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru is supposed to address Ottan Thullal as “Kathakali of poor man”. Origin of Ottan Thullal (18th century CE) The origin of Ottan Thullal is connected Read More…
Kochi is a port city that has attracted tourists, explorers and merchants since 14th century CE. It is a major tourist destination now. Kochi is often referred to as “Queen of Arabian Sea”. In October 2019, Kochi was ranked seventh in Lonely Planet’s list of top 10 cities in the world to visit in 2020. Read More…
Ponmudi is a less explored hill station in Kerala. The natural springs, small hills, estates etc makes this a memorable holiday destination. History Was under “Ay” royal family till 10th century CE Later became part of Venad kingdom British officers found this hill station ideal for tea cultivation Post Indian independence ( 1947) it became Read More…
Theyyam uses bright colours in the make up and the tribal rituals dating thousands of years are performed. Rituals The performer gets into disguise of a deity after spiritual preparation First phase is Vellattam or Thottam ( without much costume) Dance starts according to drum beats after wearing full costume For some Theyyams performer walks Read More…
Khajjiar which is often described as “Mini Switzerland” is a location made famous through bollywood movies.Some of the bollywood movies shot at this destination include: Wajood Gadar: Ek Prem Katha Himalay Putra and Lootera Destination type: Leisure Location: Himachal pradesh History of Khajjiar During 6th century CE Rajputs ruled Chamba Valley Khajjiar was capital of Rajput Read More…
Theyyam is thousands of years old ritual of God dance in Northern Kerala. The performer is assumed to attain the status of God and devotees seek blessings. Destination: Kerala, India History of Theyyam 1. Legends attributes the origin of Theyyam to Lord Parasuram 2. According to archaeologist Raymond Alchin, Theyyam could have originated on earliest Read More…
Kovalam beach is one of the most famous beaches in India. It constitutes three curved beaches. Viz: 1. Hawa beach 2. Light house beach and 3. Samudra beach History 1. Travancore Queen Sethu Lakshmi Bai built Haylcon Castle here in 1936 2. Realizing tourist potential Prince GV Raja invited Thomas Cook & Sons to develop Read More…
Ochira temple is a unique temple dedicated to Parabrahma ( Universal Consciousness ). The annual Oachira Kali festival is celebrated on 1st and 2nd of Malayalam month Midhunam. Fighters from 52 karas ( regions) gather under asans / gurus at the padanilam or battlefield and engage in a mock battle. Due to Corona this year Read More…
Ottan Thullal is a solo performance art form. The steps and techniques has been adapted from the 2 century BCE book Natyasastra by Bharata Muni. Some of the basic techniques used in Ottan Thullal are: 1. Mudras( hand gestures) 2. Facial expressions symbolizing navarasas 3. Slow rhythm 4. Malayalam songs based on Read More…
In Mohiniyattam dance two techniques are used by dancer for communicating with the audience. The dancer / performer uses these two techniques effectively for telling the story, expressing emotions or showing different characters like a king or a God . The techniques of Mohiniyattam consists of : 1. Adavus (steps) 2. Mudras ( hand gestures) Read More…
Ottan Thullal is an art form originated in the south Indian state Kerala. The Ottan Thullal comprises of humour, satire and social criticism. Former Indian Prime minister Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru is supposed to address Ottan Thullal as “Kathakali of poor man”. Origin of Ottan Thullal (18th century CE) The origin of Ottan Thullal is connected Read More…
Kochi is a port city that has attracted tourists, explorers and merchants since 14th century CE. It is a major tourist destination now. Kochi is often referred to as “Queen of Arabian Sea”. In October 2019, Kochi was ranked seventh in Lonely Planet’s list of top 10 cities in the world to visit in 2020. Read More…