Theyyam

Monday, 27 June 2011 , 13:22 | Category : Local, Travel
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A trip to North Kerala would be incomplete without witnessing the traditional dance form Theyyam. Theyyam is derived from the word ‘Deyvam’, which means God in Malayalam, and is a Hindu religious rite that is passed down from one generation to [More...]

All you wanted to know about Coorg

Kodagu, popularly known as Coorg, is one of the most frequented weekend hotspots in Karnataka. This anglicized name – Coorg came into existence after the East India Company took over Kodagu in [More...]

Gastronomies of Kerala Cuisine

Monday, 31 January 2011 , 6:03 | Category : Food, People & Culture, Travel
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All in a day's work

Kerela, better known as ‘God’s own country’, is rated as one of the Top 10 destinations in India by National Geographic Traveller. And we’ve already told you that for us it’s a paradise of mouth-watering food. There are many factors that have gone into shaping the lip-smacking cuisine of Kerela – geography and demographics are two such factors that play a vital [More...]

The Arakkal Museum

Thursday, 27 January 2011 , 11:22 | Category : Kerala, Local, Travel
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The Arakkal Ali Rajas the only Muslim royal family of Kerala came into power after the reign of the Kolathiri Rajas in 1772. Dedicated to the only Muslim royal family in Kerala, the Arakkal Museum is the only part of the Arakkalkettu (Arakkal [More...]

Bekal Fort, North Kerala

Tuesday, 18 January 2011 , 12:22 | Category : Travel
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Constructed between 1645 and 1660, Bekal Fort is one of the biggest forts in Kerala spreading across 40 acres. This sea fortress is located in Kasargod district of North Kerala, around 49kms south of Mangalore and 93kms north of Kannur.