Theyyam, when gods come down to earth
A Theyyam performance, in my eyes, is a larger-than-life experience. Imagine being in an obscure village in Kerala in the […]
India, Kerala, South
India, Kerala, South
Kannur, the land of spice trade, coastal life, and theyyam
Kannur is beautiful and quiet. Can there a better combination for slow travelers? I reached Kannur from Madurai, a destination […]
India, Kerala, South, Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary: a comprehensive guide
The Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (also known as the Periyar Tiger Reserve) is one of the largest national parks in India. […]
India, Kerala, South
Kumily, the land of Kalaripaitu, wildlife, spices and tea
Kumily: there is something about that name that I like very much. It kind of rolls down my tongue in […]
Culture Peeps, Dances, India, Kerala, South, Travel Extras
The Pulikali tiger dance of Kerala
Among all the stunning South Indian states, I prefer Kerala and the main reason is the earthy magnitude of their […]
India, Kerala, South, Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips
A complete Kerala backwaters guide
Kerala backwaters are one of the most popular destinations in the world. Located in the sunny south Indian state of […]
India, Kerala, South, Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips
Guide to Vallam Kali or the famous Kerala boat race
I experienced vallam kali for the first time in Kollam. Famously known as the Kerala snake boat race, vallam kali […]
India, Kerala, South
Munroe Island, the quiet backwater getaway
Sounds of twittering birds; swish-swish of the feathery coconut fronds; a low mooing of a cow, and an occasional swoop […]