Chavittukali is a folk dance of Kerala. This is a pure entertainment art form staged during festivals like Onam, Vishu and local temple festivals. Chavittukali can well be called as a common man’s art form since it is played by farmers and labourers. No wonder, there is no special attire; the dancers use their normal dress.

The Bharani festival at the Kodungallur Bhagavathi temple in Thrissur district is one of the grandest in Kerala. It falls in the Malayalam month of Meenam (March / April).

Theyyam kettal or preparatory make-ups for Theyyam is a long and painstaking affair. Make-ups for face and body are different. Eerkil, the mid-stem of the blade of coconut leaf is used to brush the colours.

Most famous temple festival in Kerala. Decorated elephants, drums, Music, umbrellas and fireworks.

Theyyam is a religious Hindu dance form practiced in northern Kerala in India. It is vaguely similar to the more popular Kathakali, but a lot more extreme, almost violent! For more info,