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Chakyar Koothu

Chakyar Koothu

It was Painkulam Raman Chakyar (active years: 1905-1980), a rebel with a cause, who first staged koothu at a function, bringing it to the general public, incurring outrage and earning ostracism. Undeterred, he was instrumental in getting it included in the curriculum of Kalamandalam.

Uthirattathi Vallamkali

Uthirattathi Vallamkali

It is closely linked to rituals and religious practices of the Aranmula Parthasarathy Temple. The race is annually held on the...

Aranmula Vallamkali

Aranmula Vallamkali

In order to protect the Thiruvona Thoni, people from neighbouring areas sent their snake boats. Later on, this practice evolved...

Duffmuttu

Duffmuttu

“Duffmuttu traces its origin to the holy city of Medina. It is believed to have originated even before the birth of...

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