Sightseeing in Munnar
One of the most popular tourist destinations in Kerala, Munnar lies at the confluence of three streams – Nallathanni, Mudrapuzha and Kundala. Munnar is at an altitude of 1,600m above sea level. During the...
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Raktachamundi Theyyam Story and Images
Rakthachamundy is one of the most spectacular Theyyams. This Theyyam is performed in honor of Goddess Raktha Chamundi. Rakthachamundy is performed at several temples and groves in Kannur and Kasargod. The legend of Rakthachamundy...
Vishnumoorthy Theyyam story and images
Vishnumoorthy is the most popular of the Vaishnava (of Lord Vishnu) Theyyams. The Vishnumoorthy Theyyam performance includes some complicated rites and rituals. The drum-beats are loud and peculiar. They can be heard up to...
Muchilot Bhagavathy Theyyam | The story and photos
Muchilot Bhagavathy is a popular deity in North Kerala. This Theyyam is also one of the most spectacular. During Muchilot Bhagavathy Theyyam festivals, it is a common practice to supply food to the devotees....
Trek to Kuari Pass to connect with the inner you
I am not really into adventure travel. I enjoy homely comforts, so when a friend asked if I would like to join her on a trekking holiday in the Himalayas I wasn’t excited. Actually,...
Houseboat Tourism in Kumarakom, Kerala
Kumarakom is a world famous tourist destination in Kerala. It is essentially a group of islands scattered on the Vembanad Lake, the biggest freshwater lake in Kerala. Chief attractions are the houseboats and the...
Most popular Hindu deities
Hinduism is essentially a monotheistic religion. Still, Hindus worship numerous gods and goddesses. All of these gods and goddesses are thought to be the manifestations of the Supreme Being or Brahman. The most...
Thrissur Pooram 2016
When:17th April 2016 Where: Thrissur, Kerala, India UNESCO has described Thrissur Pooram as the most spectacular festival on this planet. If you have ever witnessed this event, you will know why. The Pooram of...
Nenmara-Vallangi Vela 2016
If Nenmara and Vallangi are on the tourism map of Kerala, it is because of the temple festival called Nenmara-Vallangi Vela. Nenmara and Vallangi are two deshams (counties) in the Palakkad district of Kerala....
Best places to celebrate Holi in 2016
Mathura and Vrindavan are the best places to celebrate Holi 2016 in India. Holi is celebrated all over North India and Nepal, but the best and the most boisterous celebrations are the ones held...