Evening view of Varkala Beach
About the Event

Where Journeys Are Made of Stories

YAANAM is a boutique travel literature festival that celebrates journeys - both internal and external, written and spoken, visual and dramatic. Each year, YAANAM will travel to a new destination, embracing the landscapes, people, and stories that make each place unique.

The first edition unfolds in Varkala, October 2025 - a sea town where majestic laterite cliffs plunge into the Arabian Sea, where every crashing wave carries a timeless travelogue, and the air glows with the warmth of the sun.

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48+

Speakers
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150

People
expected to attend the event

Event Schedule & Info

Programme Chart

Discover the complete lineup of sessions, trails, performances, and conversations at YAANAM 2025 with our detailed Programme Chart. From travel storytelling and cultural immersions to discovery walks, artisan markets, and bonfire nights, explore the schedule and plan your festival experience. Click below to download the full chart.

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Event Date:

October 17, 18 & 19 - 2025

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Inauguration

05:00 PM, Oct 17

Centre for Performing Arts (Ranga-kala-kendram)

Event Speakers

Hear from successful people as they share their journeys

Varkala Beach

Exchange of Ideas

Event Highlights

YAANAM brings together a vibrant mix of travel storytelling, cultural immersion, and community experiences. From discovery trails across Varkala’s hidden gems to live performances, artisan markets, and fireside conversations, the festival offers something for every curious soul. Whether you're a storyteller, an explorer, or a seeker of new perspectives, each moment is designed to inspire and connect.

  • Travel Storytelling
  • Varkala Discovery Trails
  • Cultural Immersion & Live Performances
  • Sustainable Travel & Artisan Market
  • Bonfire Nights & Networking Hubs
  • Interactive Panel Discussions
  • Festival Finale
Aerial view of Varkala Cliff & Beach

Varkala's
Untold Stories

A curated trail through Varkala’s lesser-known and offbeat locations, offering unique experiences beyond the usual tourist hotspots.

  • Kappil Beach & Backwaters
  • Anjengo Fort & Lighthouse
  • Vishnu Temple Cave
  • Varkala Mangrove Forest
  • Black Sand Beach
  • Edava Lakeside Walk

Event Direction & Info

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us. We'll get back to you soon

Centre for Performing Arts (Ranga-kala-kendram)
Kairali Nagar Junction,
Kurakkanni Temple Road
Janardhanapauram, Varkala
Thiruvananthapuram District,
Kerala State, India - Pin: 695141