INDIAN DIASPORA TRADITION & CULTURE
The scenic views of Kerala
attract people and it becomes
the dream spot for many. Every
element of nature is found is
Kerala and that is what makes
it a paradise. Kerala is known
as god’s own country and why.
All this is exciting to know.
Kerala’s culture and traditions
have the must know
significance and history. Now
we are going to take you into
the details of Kerala culture
and traditions.
Meaning Of Kerala
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Kerala is the Southern part
of India. The state was called
as Keralam before which is
originated from two words
“Kera” which means coconuts
and alam refers to land.
Together it means the land of
coconut trees.
Why Kerala is God’s
Own Country
Every small part of Kerala is
located with Hindu temples,
mosques and churches. With
diverse religions and culture,
still, Kerala is a happy and
peaceful place. It is not the
same in other states of India.
So, Kerala deserves to be
called God’s own country.
Don’t you think so? The most popular dances
of Kerala are Kathakali and
Mohiniyatam. There are many
other dance forms in Kerala
but these both dance forms
are known all over the world.
Traditional Dances
of Kerala In Kathakali dance form, the
artists play the characters
from Hindu mythological epics
Ramayana and Mahabharata.
The dance performance
goes on with the traditional
music by one or two singers.
The Kathakali artists make
beautiful movements with
hands, legs and eyes.
Watching Kathakali dance
performance is an eye feast.
The dance form is
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