Kerala's post-independence history is a saga of Leftist movement elbowing out the principal national party - Indian National Congress. The deep social, communal and economic divisions within Kerala was on the b
The Chera kings' dependence on trade meant that merchants from West Asia established coastal posts and settlements in Kerala. A fresh wave of trading history started with the Europeans: Conflicts between the cities ofKozhikode(Calicut) andKochi(Cochin) allowed the Dutch to oust the Portuguese. Mean...
14. Museum of Kerala History – Ancient stories of God’s Own Country! When you visit the Museum of Kerala History in Edappally, you will be greeted by a statue of Parasurama, the sage who is said to have created Kerala. The museum is a quiet ethnic building hidden in the shades of ...
(Kavu). Theyyams are performed before the shrines. This sacred dance is believed to bring about well being for the society and the family. Theyyam also called Kaliyattom presents divine forms as well as heroes from history and myth. The indigenous theyyam cult under the influence of the ...
The history of Indo-Roman or Indian Ocean trade on the Malabar Coast has traditionally been dominated by literary accounts because of the lack of archaeological evidence. In the absence of evidence for ports and settlements, no significant progress could be achievedV Selvakumar...
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Home to ancient Edakkal Caves, scenic waterfalls, and vibrant tribal culture, it offers adventure, history, and serene natural beauty, making it a perfect getaway. i) Weather: Wayanad offers cool and comfortable weather during summer, with temperatures ranging from 20°C to 30°C. This makes ...
05 / Go Beyond Kerala and beyond BeyondKerala Kochi (Cochin) Northern Kerala Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) Munnar Varkala Kovalam Alappuzha (Alleppey) Kannur SUBSCRIBE Subscribe to Lonely Planet newsletters and promotions.Read ourPrivacy Policy....
Perhaps combine a few days of history, food and monuments in Kochi with south-coast hubs like Varkala, Kovalam and Alleppey, then add on a spin up into the Western Ghats for hiking in Munnar and wildlife-spotting in Periyar Tiger Reserve. An alternative itinerary could take in the joys ...
Cochin represents a fascinating urban experiment where tradition and modernity, land and water, commerce and culture continuously interact and evolve. The city's unique geography and history have created a place that maintains distinct character while embracing change....