Artforms of Kerala | Kerala Tourism

Artforms

PERFORMING ARTFORMS
RITUAL ARTFORMS OF KERALA
MARTIAL ART
FOLK ART OF KERALA

Kerala has birthed and nurtured a plethora of art forms over a thousand years. Our shores have watched them evolve and flourish in various shapes and forms. They can be divided into 4 main categories:

Performing Artforms

The performing arts of God’s Own Country have a special pull and connection amongst all audiences. On stage or by the road, the setting is never the primary attraction but rather, what steals the spotlight.

Ritual Artforms of Kerala

The ritual art forms of Kerala are important cultural benchmarks that have helped shaped the very conscience of the State.

Martial Art

The martial art forms of Kerala, such as Kalaripayattu and Velakali, are deeply rooted in the state's rich cultural heritage, blending physical prowess with spiritual discipline.

Folk Art of Kerala

Kerala has a rich repertoire of folk performing arts, folk songs and folk drama reflecting man's overpowering rapport with nature and his sonstant desire for communication with the unknown.

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These digital guides serve as invaluable tools for travellers planning their Kerala vacations.

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