Arts of Kerala

Cultural aspect of Kerala From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

The Indian state Kerala is well known for its diverse forms of performing arts.[1][2] The various communities in Kerala contribute to its rich and colourful culture.[3] The most important traditional art forms of Kerala are Kathakali, Kalaripayattu, Mayilpeeli Thookkam, Koodiyattam, Theyyam, Mohiniyattam, Thullal, Padayani, Pulikali, Thiruvathirakali, Chakyarkoothu, Chavittunadakam, etc.

Position of Kerala in India
Beginning of Kolkali by the Hindus of Malabar. This distinct and complex art includes styles like 'Vandhanakali,' 'Vattakol,' 'Thettikol,' 'Thaduthukali,' and 'Irunnukali.' Due to political reasons, it is not included in the Kerala School Kalolsavam.

Performing arts of Kerala

Kerala Hindu Arts

Kakkarissi Nadakam - A folk art form popular in Southern Kerala
  • Ayyappan Vilakku
  • Shastham Paatu
  [ Tal Madala]
  [Billupath]

Kerala Muslim arts

Kerala Christian arts

Margamkali performed during a Syro-Malabar Nasrani wedding.

Others

Fine arts of Kerala

Arts promotion bodies

See also

References

Related Articles

Wikiwand AI