Kalaripayattu in Kerala: History, Traditions and Where to Experience It

Kerala is known for its backwaters, hill stations, festivals and traditional art forms. Among its cultural treasures is Kalaripayattu, a traditional martial art that combines physical strength, flexibility, discipline and skill. Practised in dedicated training spaces called kalaris, this martial […]

Kerala Wildlife Beyond Tigers and Elephants: 8 Experiences and Where to See Them

When people think of wildlife in Kerala, they usually picture elephants in the forest or tigers in the Western Ghats. But some of the state’s most memorable encounters involve smaller, rarer or easily missed animals: a lion-tailed macaque in the […]

Kerala in November: Best Places to Visit, Things to Do & Travel Tips

November brings a noticeable change to Kerala. The monsoon season is easing, the hill regions become attractive for outdoor trips, the backwaters invite longer boat rides, and the state’s cultural calendar begins filling with festivals and events. It is also […]

Chakyar Koothu: Kerala’s Traditional Art of Storytelling and Satire

What if an ancient epic could make an audience laugh, think and see everyday life from a different perspective? That is the distinctive appeal of Chakyar Koothu, a traditional performing art of Kerala closely associated with Kutiyattam, the state’s Sanskrit […]

7 Places to Visit in Kasaragod: Forts, Beaches, Hills & Backwaters

What if there is a part of Kerala where a sea-facing fort, quiet backwaters, forested hills and centuries-old traditions can all become part of the same trip? That is Kasaragod. Located at the northern end of Kerala, Kasaragod has a […]