Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple Kerala

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      Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple Kerala

LOCATION: Sahyadri Ranges, Kerala

Main Attractions:Prominent pilgrimage of Kerala

Located at a height of almost 1000 meters above sea level on the Sahyadri ranges in Western Ghats, lies one of the most important shrines of India known by the name of Sabarimala. The Sabarimala temple of Kerala is dedicated to Lord Ayyappa, who is said to have meditated here after killing the demon Mahishi. Some legends also say that Parashuram, who created Kerala, installed the idol of Lord Ayyappa and worshipped him.

 The Sabarimala pilgrimage attracts thousands of devotees from all over India during the peak season of November to January.Not everyone can take a tour to Sabarimala Kerala. One needs to observe strict discipline like abstinence from alcohol, smoking and other comforts of life.

You are supposed to lead life like an ascetic for 41 days before embarking on the journey to Sabarimala. Women between the ages of 10-50 are not allowed to go on this pilgrimage. The pilgrimage is open to all irrespective of caste, creed and religion.

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Kerala Woman Called off Her Wedding with a Hard-Hitting FB Post. Find out Why?

Kerala Woman Called off Her Wedding with a Hard-Hitting FB Post. Find out Why?

Kerala Woman Remya Ramachandran, who hails from Thrissur in Kerala, took to Facebook and made an unusual announcement that she was calling off her marriage.

The reason, she mentioned, was the demand for dowry from her fiance’s family, which started right after the engagement.

Remya wrote, “To all those asking for the date of my wedding, the family that before the engagement had said that they only wanted me, post the engagement, they were demanding 50 sovereigns of gold and 5 lakh rupees.”

“As I am staunchly against dowry and because I believe that buying anything for a man and his family who are so unreliable is a loss, I don’t want to continue with the marriage.”

Her post soon went viral on social media with numerous congratulatory messages praising her decision pouring in for her. “Perfect decision. Let this encourage other women too

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Kathakali – A Classical Dance In India

Kathakali is an ancient and traditional dance form of Kerala. The word Kathakali literally means “Story-Play”. Kathakali uses elaborate make-ups, costumes and background. Kathakali was originated in the 17th century and has its roots in Hindu mythology. Kathakali has a unique combination of literature, music, painting, acting and dance. Kathakali is based on religious themes. They play is mostly based on the two epics ‘Ramayana’ and ‘Mahabharata.

Origin and History of Kathakali

Popular belief is that Kathakali is emerged from “Krishananattam”, the dance drama on the life and activities of Lord Krishna created by the Zamorin of Calicut. Once Kottarakkara Thampuran, the Raja of Kottarakkara who was attracted by Krishnanaattam requested the Zamorin for the loan of a troupe of performers. Due to the political rivalry between the two, Zamorin did not allow this.

So Kottarakkara Thampuran created another art form called Ramanattam which was later transformed into Aattakatha. Krishnanaattam was written in Sanskrit, and Raamanaattam was in Malayalam. By the end of 17th century, Attakatha was presented to the world with the title ‘Kathakali’.

Elements of Fine Art

Kathakali is a combination of five forms of fine art like :

1. Natyam (Acting or Expressions)
2. Nritham (Dance)
3. Nrithyam (Enactment)
4. Sangeetham (Music)
5. Vadyam (Instrument accompaniment)

Even though the lyrics/literature would qualify as another independent element called “Sahithyam”, it is considered as a component of Geetha, as it plays only a supplementary role to Nritham, Nrithyam and Natyam.

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