Kerala, the most amazing green paradise in southern part of India, is called as “God’s Own Country” that always attract honeymooners, nature lovers and those who wish to get the best of Ayurveda and Yoga. The small state in southern part of India has been sharing its boundaries with the Arabian Sea and Western Ghats luring tourists to explore its Backwaters, rivers, architectural wonders, mountain ranges, wildlife sanctuaries, beaches and amazing flora and fauna. Called as the Bowl of Rice in Southern Part, Kerala has been boasting more than 5000 years back culture and rich heritage that always attract tourists from across the world.
Kerala was formed as state in the year of 1956 by adding Travancore, Kochi, Malabar and different other places. It has been beholding the ethnic culture – inherited from Dutch, French, Afghan, Arabs, Portuguese and British.
Different Dance Form of Kerala That Shows Its Rich History
Kerala is famous for its dance forms – some of them are the oldest perform art – performed in UNESCO some 20 years ago and received World Acclamation. Koodiyattam is the oldest perform art and a dance form perfumed through different expressions of anger, joy, happiness and more. No word or voice comes out in this form of dance.
Mohiniyattam – women’s monopoly or dance-drama, Kathakali – a colorful, muter and action-bound dance drama, Theyyam – a Folklore ritual art, Thullal – a funny form of dance, etc are different forms of dance that will surely provide you the amazing cultural experience of Kerala.
Explore the Rich Heritage and Cultural Beauty of Kerala in Various Forms
The cultural heritage of the beautiful state can be seen in various forms and customs of the state. There is no any state in India that can match up with the creativity of arts of Kerala. People in Kerala prefer leading a simple life and culturally inclined and traditional and celebrate the festivals well – mainly ONAM that always attract tourists to witness the grandeur of this grand festival.
The State of Kerala Witnessed Different Cultural Influences
The rich culture of this small and beautiful state is part of Indian and Dravidian Culture; while some parts of Kerala have their own flavors. Language, dress, culture and organizations of Kerala are distinct. There is a similarity in the language and customs of Kerala to Mediterranean, Egyptian and Indus Valley civilization.
It has a rich history as the beautiful part of Southern India was ruled by different dynasties like Cheras, Cholas, Pandyas and different others. Cholas was successful in ruling the whole of Kerala; while different local rulers were emerge. There is a great influence of the Sanskrit Language over Malayalam.
Ayurveda is in the roots of Kerala and culture and daily life of people in the state. You can see different Ayurveda centers and holistic therapy or meditation destinations that are sure to keep you free from any disease. There is a lot more in the beautiful state that will surely keep you busy and persuade you to plan a trip for the beautiful state.
