Culture of Kerala
Kerala is recognized for its revered position especially for its cultural heritage. It has immensely helped the cause of national integration. Pondering on the culture of Kerala we find that it is cosmopolitan in nature. Many races and sects have made the enriched the culture of Kerala.
Dravidians form most of Kerala's population who also inhabit large parts of southern India. The major religion is Hinduism. As you tour Kerala you get to be the part of the tradition and culture of the native people.
No dearth of a wide variety of dance forms, cuisines and martial arts make things special. You will love the nuances of Kathakali, a 300-year-old dance form that is developed exclusively in Kerala. As it combines the performing art forms of opera, pantomime, ballet and masque, there are other dance forms as well including Thullal, Krishnanattom, Mohiniyattom, etc.
You will love to devour a wide variety of Kerala cuisines. Very unusual and different from the rest of India, in the vicinities of Kerala cooking is unique and result in sumptuous meals.
The state is widely recognized for its variety of pancakes and various varieties of steamed rice cakes made from pounded rice is what we get as a result. In seafood, mussels are a favourite including other delicacies such as Parisa Kali, Kalaripayattu, Njanimmel Kali and Kunderu. In fact, there always remains a lot while exploring the vicinities of Kerala.
Performing art forms include Ottam Thullal, Kalaripayatt, Mohiniyattom, Poorkkali, Chakyar Koothu, Theyyam, Loodiyattom, Bharathanatyam, Chavittunadakam and Theyattu.
Taking it comprehensively, the culture of Kerala is replete with art and architecture and its finest education standards coupled with an amalgamation of religions makes it unique and magnificent.