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Smooth sailing on Poovar

While in India’s southern tip, a cruise on the backwaters may be de rigueur. But given how popular Kerala is as a tourist destination, it …

There is an untouched simplicity about Wayanad that is charming and surprising at the same time. Over the last few decades, Kerala has worked hard …

Kathakali means a story (katha) told in the form of a play (kali). A mix of classical and folk dance forms, Kathakali is originally from …

So, if you have been reading this blog all along (and if not, why not?)… Or if you have just wandered here after a chance …

There is a buzz in the air. At 11 in the morning, the dozens of houseboats lined up on the edge of the water are …

I went, I saw, I came back confused. It’s contemporary art – and I don’t really get most of it. So sue me. Update: In …

After years and years of dreaming and planning, I finally found myself at the Nehru Boat Race in Alleppy last weekend. I joined an enthusiastic …

I recently watched a Kathakali recital at the Chembur Fine Arts Society in Mumbai. The performance that evening was based on the story of the …