Art of Weaving

Screw pine is a plant that grows along the banks of rivers and streams. The leaves of these plants are fibrous and have sharp thorns on both edges. Artisans of Kerala use these leaves to make exquisite crafts and articles. Mats, doormats, wall Hangings, bed Mats, baskets are all made with this plant.

An interesting fact is that this 800-year-old craft tradition of God's Own Country is mostly practised by women folks. These natural fibre products are eco-friendly and biodegradable.  

Contact

Responsible Tourism Mission
Department of Tourism
Government of Kerala
Park View, Thiruvananthapuram
Kerala, India - 695 033
Email: rt@keralatourism.org

+91 471 2334749

Getting there

Nearest railway station: Thiruvananthapuram Railway Station

Nearest airport: Trivandrum International Airport

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!

Native Experience in Kerala

Native Experience in Kerala

Responsible Tourism (RT) Mission offers travellers to experience the compassion and craftsmanship Kerala villages many are blessed with small-scale traditional industries and skilled artisans. Fishing, Net Fishing, Bow And Arrow Fishing, Chinese Net Fishing, Coconut Climbing, Rubber Tapping, Bamboo Craft Making, Weaving Of Coconut Leaves, Screw Pine Weaving, Pottery, Handloom Industries, Coir making, Toddy Tapping, Bell Metal Making and many more.