Mannankoothu
Mannankoothu is a special ritual art form performed by the Adivasi community of Mannans in the Idukki district. It narrates the tale of Kannaki and Kovilan of the famous Chilapathikaaram, and is played during worship, at harvest time, and weddings.]
Performed at night, it has three characters named Pen Koothadi, Aan Koothadi and Komali.
Where to Watch
Presentation: Aaranyam, Idukki
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!
Artforms of Kerala
The tradition of classical arts in Kerala dates back to a thousand years. Kerala has a rich repertoire of folk performing arts, folk songs and folk drama reflecting man's overpowering rapport with nature and his constant desire for communication with the unknown.
