Kathakali Dance Show In Munnar

A Kathakali performance to remember this trip by

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Kathakali Dance Show In Munnar

Enjoy the amazing kathakali show in Munnar in one of the most charming hill stations, Munnar. This traditional dance form originated in this southern state and allows you to view it in its traditional essence. Witness the magic of Kathakali in Munnar as performed by skilled artists in an art performance temple called Koothambalam.

A dance form representing an event from ancient Kerala style of storytelling, Kathakali in Munnar, involves a plethora of colors due to its vibrant costumes and masks, movements and expressions. These elements make this dance form an altogether enjoyable cultural extravaganza. One can catch glipmses of it in punarjani traditional village or the thirumeni cultural centre munnar. It is one of the most favorite things to do in Munnar for tourists from all over the world. Find out the Punarjani traditional village timings before you visit.

There are several places in Munnar where you can enjoy a Kathakali dance show such as the Thirumeny Cultural Centre. Watch a mesmerizing one-hour Kathakali show here and enjoy the slow-tapping sounds of this vivid dance form. This slow-tapping music consists of Carnatic ragas and traditional instruments like Idakka and Shankhu, the Chenda, Chengila, Maddalam, and Ilathalam. A Kathakali show typically starts with the Kelikottu asking the audience to pay attention and then the Todayam takes place where all the characters ask for god’s blessings. Then the performance commences and sways to the tunes of the Nritya piece, the Purappadu.

Most Kathakali shows last for about an hour and transport you to another world with its beautiful moments. Come watch this art form in its true essence in the land where it originated and immerse yourself in the local Kerala culture.

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Kavitha's 8 days trip to Munnar

Had a good trip.The staff in all the hotels were good.

Kavitha Varadha Reddy New delhi

Shrikant's 5 days trip to Munnar

I recently availed a travel package from 7C Destination - Ranjith helped us book the package, and while most of the experience was positive, there were a few drawbacks that I would like to highlight. Positives: Cab Driver: Sudhish, our cab driver, was exceptional. He was not only professional but also incredibly helpful and down-to-earth, making our journey smooth and enjoyable. Hotels: The hotels included in the package were excellent, providing great comfort and hospitality. Negatives: Houseboat Experience: Unfortunately, the houseboat experience was a major letdown. Not a single sightseeing activity was covered during the houseboat trip. The houseboat remained docked in a village where the crew seemed to be engaged in other work. Before the trip, we were promised a village tour, an optional powerboat ride, and then a return for a night stay. However, the crew moved at a very slow pace, and we ended up spending the night in the same village without fulfilling the promised activities. To make matters worse, we were dropped off early the next morning without any sightseeing. I hope 7C Destination takes these concerns seriously to ensure a better experience for future travelers.

Shrikant More Pune

Manojwadhwa's 5 days trip to Munnar

It was a good experience for us . Everything was going gud but in the last day of my trip our driver dailed call to his company and the another person talked to us and his behaviour was very rude and loud that made a disappointement to us . Misleading was also there in bit places Rest the trip was gud Hope these kinda problems will not face next tym . Thanks ! Best memories includes Aranyanka Resort vist , House boat visit , Elephant Safari & Cherai beach .

Manojwadhwa New delhi

Ashish's 5 days trip to Munnar

Best trip...7c destination agent was great...faced no issue...driver was great and helpful

Ashish New delhi

Manoj's 5 days trip to Munnar

Excellent organise. Cab driver is very much supportive and very punctual. Jungle safari was excellent at both the location Munnar and Thekkady.

Manoj Gaikwad Pune

Kochharritesh's 6 days trip to Munnar

We had a wonderful experience, and the support provided by Comfort Destination representative Mr. Robin was exceptional. However, the houseboat experience could be improved by ensuring the air conditioning is switched on before the client’s arrival. This small step would help eliminate humidity and make the boarding experience much more comfortable. Travelling with very cooperative driver Mr. Shaji.

Kochharritesh Amritsar

Vkspqrtons's 4 days trip to Munnar

Went on kerla trip for 5 days. It was a wondefull experience. Cab and hotels were very clean. Driver helped us visit all the spots in a planned way. All extra payments were prior informed in the quotation so no hidden charges. looking forward to plan future trips with traveltriangle.

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Shesharaj's 4 days trip to Munnar

It was aa good time we spent together with the help of travel agent alan

Shesharaj Chennai

Apoorv's 4 days trip to Munnar

Everything was so good and we enjoyed the most. But the food in uday backwaters resort was not good. The fog resort was the best in everything . This whole trip was memorable.

Apoorv Katiyar

Mahesh's 4 days trip to Munnar

Drivers is not ready to travel some places.He is trying to choose his comfort.based on that they are changing plans adhoc. Resort stay,water falls,boating

Mahesh Hyderabad

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Kathakali is an ancient and traditional dance form of Kerala, using elaborate make-ups, costumes, masks and set-ups. Kathakali originated in the 17th century and has its roots in Hindu mythology.

The Punarjani cultural village in Munnar is the place to catch a Kathakali show. They perform daily from 5 to 6 PM. They also perform the traditional Kalarippayattu martial art show from 6 to 7 PM.

Although its actual origin is unclear, however, this dance form emerged from coastal regions in South India during the 17th century. The popular belief is that Kathakali has emerged from "Krishananattam", a dance drama on the life and activities of Lord Krishna. It is a combination of dramatic make-up, facial expressions, mudras and soothing music. 

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