Cutural tours that give you a feel of the different
aspects of Cultural followed in this south Indian
state.
You can take an insight into the popular arts and artists of Kerala. The old
dance forms of Kathkali and Koottiyattam are till date performed in Kerala.
The former dance form concentrates on the gestures of the hands and the expressions
on the face of the performer. The later happens to be the earliest classical
dramatic art form of Kerala. Other dance forms of Kerala are Krishnanattom,
Mohiniyattom, Thullal, Koodiyattom, Kolkkali, Thiruvathirakali, Kakkarishi Natakom,
Oppanna, and Chavittunatakom. Panchavadyam, Nadanpattu, Omanathinkal Kidavo
and many more music forms have evolved over the centuries in Kerala.
Hinduism is the principal religion that is followed by most people here though
there are some parts where there are other communities. In these cultural tours
one can visit the different places that show the specialties of the state like
the craftsmanship and the mastery that these people have over things like weaving,
making handloom items and other things. The craftsmen of Kerala here can pick
up the humblest and meanest bits of material and imbue them with magical mastery.
Woodcarving is the most important of craft forms that this state has developed.
As far as festivals are concerned Onam or also known as pongal is the most renowned
and most celebrated one where there is a lot of popularity and it is also considered
as the time for sports and festivities and in Kerala-where one third of the
area is low lying, covered with canals, lakes, and backwaters-the people take
to their boats and country crafts to celebrate. Christmas is another festival
that is celebrated with much enthusiasm and energy in the state. Other important
festivals of Kerala are Eid, Muharram, and other festivals that are traditionally
celebrated all over the country.
And
last but not the least if you are a foodie and would love to give your taste
buds some good time of their life then you must try out the cuisines made in
Kerala and let you tongue tingle after the taste has had an impact on you. Kerala
is noted for its variety of pancakes and steamed rice cakes made from pounded
rice. For the Muslims, the lightly flavored Biryani-made of mutton, chicken,
egg or fish-takes pride of place. In seafood, mussels are a favourite. For the
Christians, who can be seen in large concentration in areas like Kottayam and
Pala, ishtew (a derivation of the European stew), with appam is a must for every
marriage reception. Kerala also has it's own fermented beverages -the famous
kallu (toddy) and patta charayam (arrack). Arrack is extremely intoxicating
and is usually consumed with spicy pickles and boiled eggs (patta and mutta).
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