In a ‘Nutshell’

Creating handicrafts with coconut husk and shell is a timeless craft tradition of God's Own Country. Kerala artisans create decor and gift items with coconut and, these handmade beauties are irresistible for any shopaholic. The availability of coconuts in large quantities paved the way for this handicraft tradition. One speciality of Kerala handicrafts is, they are both eco-friendly and sustainable. 

Kerala Arts & Crafts Village offers a first-hand experience to the travellers of the intricate work involved in making artefacts including, coconut crafts. The finished products are put for sale here itself so that travellers get to take home those unique pieces as souvenirs. 

The making of handicraft products using coconut husk requires a tremendous amount of talent and hard work. The traditional craftsmen of Kerala are renowned for their excellence in this art. 

Contact

Arts and Crafts Village, Vellar
Vazhamuttom
Thiruvananthapuram
Kerala 695527

+91 471 2321132

Getting there

Nearest railway station: Thiruvananthapuram Railway Station, about 12 km

Nearest airport: Trivandrum International Airport, about 12 km

Thiruvonamahotsavam at Thrikkakkara Vamana Moorthy Temple

The temple is considered the epicentre of Onam celebrations across Kerala.

Feast of Vallarpadathamma

Annually the church witnesses the participation of a large number of people from around the globe.

Malayattoor Perunnal

Thousands of devotees immersed in prayers carrying wooden crosses of different sizes and ambling up a hill; a whole village getting decked up and readying itself to welcome these pilgrims.

Aranmula Thiruvonathoni

Once a year, the River Pamba gets enlivened as an elaborately decorated snake boat glides across its placid waters bearing the provisions for a grand feast

Triprayar Pooram Purappadu & Uthram Vilakku

Pooram Purappadu, Uthram Vilakku and Vrischika Ekadasi are the popular festivals

Vrischikam Festival at Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple

Discover the thrills & chills of festivities here!

Kerala Arts & Crafts Village - Experience Kerala Like Never Before

Kerala Arts & Crafts Village - Experience Kerala Like Never Before

At Kerala Arts and Crafts Village, one gets to experience Kerala in all its glory. The newly opened centre is a hub where the culture, heritage and art from across all the districts of the state gets represented, thereby giving one a feel of Kerala. The first phase of the ethnic village was dedicated by Chief Minister Mr. Pinarayi Vijayan.