Folk Dances of Kerala
Kerala, often referred to as "God’s Own Country," is home to a variety of folk dances performed during festivals and special occasions.
These dances typically blend graceful movements with music.
Thiruvathirakali, performed by groups of women during the Onam festival, features circular formations, synchronized clapping, and singing around a lamp or floral arrangement.
One of the oldest and most renowned traditional performances is Koodiyattam, which is staged in temples.
The Oppana dance, performed by the Muslim community during weddings and other celebrations, is another cultural highlight.
Ottamthullal is a vibrant group dance in which performers, dressed in colorful attire, enact stories from mythology.
Chakyar Koothu, an ancient art form, involves solo performances where the artist narrates episodes from the Mahabharata and Ramayana.
