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Kathakali Kalaripayattu

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Historical & Heritage
4.5 / 5
  • Timings : 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Entry Fee : Rs. 300/- per person
  • Distance from near by city 11.3 KMs from Munnar
  • Trip duration (including travel in hours)1 to 2 Hours
  • Transportation OptionsSedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)
  • Travel Tips None

Kathakali Kalaripayattu are two beautiful art of Kerala that have been well-known for a long time. The Kathakali of Kerala originated 3000 years ago. When you see the Kathakali dance, you will find it very beautiful and peaceful. Currently, in different places in Kerala, Kathakali dance is performed. So, if you want to enjoy that, you can easily go to some festivals or programs of Kathakali while going for a tour package of Kerala. Kerala will be one of the great places to enjoy the Kathakali dance. The representative site is definitely among the best places to visit in Munnar and it is also a top location in all Munnar tour packages.

If we are talking about Kalaripayattu, it is one of the oldest martial arts that you can see in Kerala. This art has been going on for a long time, and you can see different types of well-trained performers who are doing Kalaripayattu. 

History of kathakali Kalaripayattu

According to history, it is believed that once upon a time, lord Parshuram learned the art of Kalaripayattu from Lord Shiva. There is also a story that tells us that Lord Parshuram created Kerala and, along with that, led to the establishment of 108 Kalaris. 

If we are talking about the proper place where Kalaripayattu is performed, then Kalaripayattu is performed on the Southwest coast of India. The details about the Kalaripayattu are mentioned in different ancient books also. 

There is also a ritual for Kalaripayattu in Hindus. Hence, it is believed that if anyone is performing this Kalaripayattu, then It can provide different types of health benefits. 
There are different types of styles of Kalaripayattu. The style depends upon the region in which it is performed. The first region is the northern style, and the second reason is the southern style. The northern style is practiced in the Malabar region. If we are talking about the southern part, then it is performed in the areas like Tulu Nadu. 

These were all the details about Kathakali Kalaripayattu. So, if you are planning to visit Kerala, just enjoy the beautiful art also.

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