{"id":3168,"date":"2025-11-03T13:46:42","date_gmt":"2025-11-03T13:46:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/?p=3168"},"modified":"2026-02-12T05:40:19","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T05:40:19","slug":"traditional-art-forms-of-kerala","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/traditional-art-forms-of-kerala\/","title":{"rendered":"Traditional Art Forms Of Kerala"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>A Complete Guide About The Traditional Art Forms Of Kerala<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The beautiful land of coconuts, <\/span><b>Kerala,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> always offers delightful scenic views and an exceptional experience for everyone. Despite the devastating 2018 flood, the state recorded a 6% increase in both footfalls and revenue in the tourism sector. While 15.76 million tourists visited Kerala in 2017, the state witnessed over 16.7 million tourists in 2018, which shows how beloved Kerala is for foreign tourists and their enthusiasm to explore the beauty, culture, and tradition of Kerala. Interestingly, the number of tourists who visited Kerala almost reached half the state\u2019s total population. Here, one can hang out with nature and get lost amid breathtaking snow-capped mountains, spellbinding beaches, tranquil backwaters, beautiful valleys, splendid forests, magnificent monuments, and picturesque villages. That is why Kerala makes for a fabulous destination to explore and experience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For tourists seeking something different in this incredible land<\/span><b>,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> there are unique and praiseworthy art forms to explore. <\/span><b>Kerala<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has a wealth of cultural traditions and an array of traditional art forms that attract people from all over the world, offering a feast of art, dance and music for tourists and art lovers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kerala art forms are something special that helps you to understand the vibrant cultural heritage of the state on a deeper level. Tourists appreciate the high spirit of these art forms as well as the remarkable hard work and dedication of the performers, that have inspired many of them to <\/span><b>visit Kerala<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and learn its <\/span><b>traditional art forms<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To take a sneak peek into the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/india\/kerala-tour-packages\">Traditional Art Forms of Kerala<\/a>, read below:<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>KATHAKALI:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Kathakali<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the most vibrant classical art form that originated from Kerala&#8217;s shore over <\/span><b>400 years<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ago. It is one of the greatly admired icons of Kerala. Elaborate makeup, colourful costumes and masks, along with the fusion of dance, music, and acts, distinguish it from other art forms of Kerala.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kathakali blends the aspects of ballet, opera, masque, and pantomime to enact stories and events from Indian epics and Puranas. The action, emotions and concept of the play are conveyed through gestures and precise facial expressions that are universally understandable, which is its highlight.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Where To Witness:\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kerala Kalamandalam, Thrissur.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kerala Kathakali Centre, Kochi.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kerala Folklore Museum, Kochi.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ernakulam Kathakali Club, Ernakulam.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kadathanadan Kalari Centre &amp; Navarasa Kathakali, Thekkady, Periyar.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>What You Will Experience:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From a calm start to a miscellaneous end, along with an emotional and vibrant exchange of mudras and dance moves, Kathakali performance is indeed an exhilarating experience. The play is accompanied by music known as Manipravalam and the traditional instruments like chenda, maddalam and edakka. And the whole performance will leave you spellbound.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>KALARIPAYATTU:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Popularly known as the &#8216;<\/span><b>Mother of All Martial Arts<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8216;, <\/span><b>Kalaripayattu<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a centuries-old martial art form that originated in Kerala. It is also considered the oldest martial art still in existence.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kalaripayattu involves extremely vigorous techniques of defence and attack, which include strikes, kicks, grappling, preset forms, weaponry and healing methods. Many traditional art forms like Kathakali, Theyyam, Koodiyattam, etc., are indebted to Kalaripayattu for body movements and choreographical patterns.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Where To Witness:<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kadathanadan Kalari Centre &amp; Navarasa Kathakali, Thekkady, Periyar.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Punarjani Traditional Village, Munnar.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kalari Kshethra, Munnar.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kerala Kathakali Centre, Kochi.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greenix Village, Fort Kochi.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>What You Will Experience:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kalarippayattu is a stunning martial art form worth witnessing, especially the stunts with the weapons, and the jump through fire rings is sure to take your breath away. The way the performers handle the swords and other weapons is remarkable and appreciable. Apart from entertainment, it teaches self-defence practices in a very efficient manner.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>KOODIYATTAM:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recognised by <\/span><b>UNESCO<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as a &#8216;<\/span><b>Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8216;, <\/span><b>Koodiyattam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the oldest existing theatre art form in the world, which is assumed to have a long history of <\/span><b>2000<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> years.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As it literally means &#8216;<\/span><b>dancing together<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8216;, Koodiyattam is performed by a group of people where the main actor is the <\/span><b>Chakyar,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the female role is performed by <\/span><b>Nangiars,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> while the <\/span><b>Vidushaka<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> plays the role of a comic character. It is a dramatic presentation in Sanskrit, and its theme is based on Hindu mythology. Koodiyattam is traditionally performed as an offering in Koothambalam, a traditional theatre built within the temple premises.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>\u00a0Where To Witness:<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Koodal Manickyam Temple, Irinjalakkuda, Thrissur.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vadakkunnathan Temple, Thrissur.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>What You Will Experience:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watching Koodiyattam is equally enriching and entertaining. The make-up and costumes of the Koodiyattam performers are not so elaborate, but the special make-up, costumes, and small head-gears of the Vidushaka set him apart from other characters that clearly display his clownish appearance. While the main characters render the theme through Sanskrit slokas, hand gestures and facial expressions, the Vidushaka remains the only character speaking in the Malayalam language. Vidushaka is the most interesting character in the act, who enacts his role with the privilege to criticise anyone without fear. He is very humorous and recites mockingly when the hero sings something in praise of his love.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>THEYYAM:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dating back to at least <\/span><b>1,500<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> years, <\/span><b>Theyyam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the most unique dance form of Kerala. Moreover, it is a sacred ritual art form which is performed to worship the Hindu Goddess Kali.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Considered as the <\/span><b>Dance of Gods<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Theyyam is usually performed by men before the village shrine, groves, and compounds of ancestral houses as ancestor-worship with elaborate rites and rituals. It showcases a rare combination of dance, music and mime which reflects the ancient tribal <\/span><b>culture of Kerala<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Where to witness:<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parassini Kadavu Sri Muthappan Temple, Kannur.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Muchilot Bhagavathi Temples, Kannur.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sree Mavilaakkavu at Mavilayi, Kannur.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mallom Kollom Temple at Vellikundh, Kasaragod district.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kakkarakavu Bhagavathy Temple Aaroodasthanam, Kannur.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sree Alakkandy Muduppali Bhagavathy Temple, Kannur.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pulimuthappan Kavu, Kannur.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aanacheri Kottam Sree Perumpuzha Achan Deivam Temple, Kannur.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thalikkaran Tharavadu Kizhakkeveedu, Kannur.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sree Chaamakkavu Bhagavathy Temple, Kannur.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Payyanur Karim Chamundi Temple, Kannur.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aadoor Sree Panachikkavu Temple, Kannur.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">KaruvalliKavu, Kannur.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>What You Will Experience:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Theyyam is the most spectacular and mythical ritual art form you will ever witness in Kerala, but not for the faint-hearted. The main highlight of Theyyam is its vibrant costumes and elaborate makeup. The spirit of the deity is conceptually transferred to the artist as soon as he is costumed as Theyyam and is considered as divine, and he runs all around the shrine and its courtyard, dancing, blessing, healing, as well as answering questions about the troubles of the devotees. As a symbol of blessing, the Theyyam throws rice and turmeric powder on the audience, which is said to have some curative powers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>MOHINIYATTAM:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The soft, graceful and feminine dance form, Mohiniyattam is one of the most charming classical dance forms of Kerala. It is usually performed by women as a solo dance and has its roots in history and Hindu mythology.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mohini is a mythical enchantress avatar of the Hindu god Vishnu, who is said to have appeared to seduce Asuras (demons) when the Ocean of Milk was churned. And this enchanting dance form is said to have first started by the temple dancers during the reign of the Chera dynasty.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Where to witness:<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kerala Kalamandalam, Thrissur.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>What You Will Experience:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mohiniattam is a visual treat for the audience. It is typically a semi-classical dance form which enacts a play through dance and is accompanied by music in the Carnatic style, which is extremely lyrical. The dancer dressed elegantly in a pure white or ivory dress with golden borders, performing graceful dance steps using swaying movements, delicate footsteps, and impressive expressions, makes for a delightful sight to watch.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>THULLAL:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Characterised with humour and wit, <\/span><b>Thullal<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the most popular <\/span><b>classical solo dance form of Kerala,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> which is nicknamed as <\/span><b>&#8216;poor man&#8217;s Kathakali&#8217;<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It is marked for the simplicity of the presentation and its frankness. This sarcastic art form was introduced by the renowned poet Kunjan Nambiar in the 18th century. It is often performed in temple premises during temple festivals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The theme of this dance-drama is based on Hindu mythology. The Thullal dancer interprets the verses through expressive gestures and facial expressions supported by a singer who repeats the verses, accompanied by an orchestra of maddalam and cymbals. <\/span><b>Ottan Thullal<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Seethankan Thullal<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>Parayan Thullal <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are the three types of Thullal.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Where to witness:<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kerala Kalamandalam, Thrissur.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>What You Will Experience:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thullal makes for an enjoyable show with wit and humour. Though its costume and makeup look similar to Kathakali, Thullal is entirely different from it. Another interesting thing is that the Thullal dancer himself plays the role of both the storyteller and the performer, and the way he manages both roles is quite fascinating. And the entire performance provides for thought and entertainment for the audience.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>PADAYANI:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Padayani<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is one of the traditional folk dances and a ritualistic art form of Kerala. It is often performed in the Bhagavathi Temples in honour of Goddess Bhadrakali during the time of festivals. This ritualistic dance tells the story of Goddess Kali&#8217;s victory celebration after annihilating the demon, Darika.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The masque made by drawing images on the leaves of the arecanut palm called Kolams is the main highlight of Padayani, and they represent spiritual forces or divine characters. The Padayani performers wear the Kolam and perform the ritual dance in devotion.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Where To Witness:<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Neelamperoor Palli Bhagavathi Temple, Alleppey.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kadammanitta Bhagavathi Temple, Pathanamthitta.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Valamchuzhy Bhagavathy Temple, Pathanamthitta.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sree Mahabhadrakali Temple, Kottangal, Pathanamthitta.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sree Bhagavathikunnu Devi Temple, Elanthoor, Pathanamthitta.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>What Will You Experience:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Padayani is a feast for the eyes and ears with the display of a variety of Kolams and the beat of drums and cymbals. It creates a religious vibe and excitement all around, offering an unforgettable experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>PULIKALI:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Pulikali<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an <\/span><b>iconic street art form of Kerala<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It is annually held in regard to the Onam celebrations, which are the harvest festival of Kerala.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trained artists and performers disguised themselves as tigers take part in Pulikali, wearing a head mask, paint their bodies with stripes of yellow, red and black, tie jingling bells around their waist and dance wildly to the beat of instruments like Udukku and Thakil and mimic hunting moves. It is one of the renowned art forms of Kerala, admired all across the world.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Where To Witness:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swaraj Round, Thrissur.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thiruvananthapuram Onam Procession<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>What Will You Experience:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pulikali is a delightful art form to watch. It is so vibrant that it offers great thrill and excitement to everyone who gathers around to see it. The rhythmic beat of the drums and graceful dance steps of the tigers, jiggling their bellies to the drum beats, are just fantastic and the vibrancy you feel there cannot be described in words.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Explore <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/packages\/budget-tour-to-kerala-4-days-3-nights\">Budget Tour to Kerala with our 4 Days 3 Nights Tour Package<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>THIRUVATHIRAKALI:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Thiruvathirakali<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, also known as <\/span><b>Kaikottikali,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an extremely graceful group dance form of Kerala performed exclusively by women. It is marked by simple lyrical steps, gentle swaying movements and rhythmic clapping of hands.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women who perform Thiruvathirakali are dressed in a traditional Kasavu saree, wear traditional gold ornaments and jasmine flowers in their hair. It is often performed as a ritual around a lit Nilavilaku and to ensure a happy and everlasting marital bliss.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Where to witness:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thiruvathira can be witnessed in various parts of the state during the Onam festival.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>What Will You Experience:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is true bliss to watch women dressed in traditional Kerala attire dancing in a circular pattern with graceful movements around the Nilavilaku to the tune of the Thiruvathira song. Thiruvathirakali is so simple that even a person who has no idea about it can learn it easily.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>CHAKYAR KOOTHU:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traditionally performed only by the members of the Chakyar community, the <\/span><b>Chakyar Koothu is one of the oldest classical theatre art forms of Kerala<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It is often performed in the Koothambalam of the temple.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chakyar Koothu is a solo dance done in the accompaniment of percussion instruments like mizhavu and elathalam (cymbals). The theme is based on Hindu mythology, which is beautifully portrayed with dance movements, facial expressions, signs and symbols.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Where to witness:<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vadakkumnatha Temple, Thrissur.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sri Krishna Swamy Temple, Ambalappuzha, Alleppey.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kumaranalloor Temple, Kottayam.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Koodal Manickyam Temple, Irinjalakkuda.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>What Will You Experience:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chakyar Koothu is known for the presence of humour elements, which drew the attention of the audience. The performer who is known as Chakyar satirises the manners and customs of the time through his unique narration of stories from the epics, which is really interesting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Art forms of Kerala are a tribute to its rich and vibrant tradition, and exploring them is like a journey back to the tradition.\u00a0 <b>Come, explore and experience the traditional art forms of Kerala on your visit to Kerala<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Complete Guide About The Traditional Art Forms Of Kerala The beautiful land of coconuts, Kerala, always offers delightful scenic views and an exceptional experience for everyone. Despite the devastating 2018 flood, the state recorded a 6% increase in both footfalls and revenue in the tourism sector. 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