Few countries in the world have an ancient and diverse culture as India's. Our multifaceted culture introduces the user to the beliefs, ideals and traditions, which pervades all aspects of life in India. Come and let us help you discover a little more of this fascinating hallmark of India.

The allure of Kerala
The late poet Ulloor expressed a devout wish to be born again in the land of Kerala, which he deemed a paradise on Earth. Ancient bards and modem poets have sung in praise of this lovely spot of beauty on the southernmost tip of the Indian landscape. It is a symphony of colours dominated by every possible shade of green. Even during the dawn of ...
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The gracefulness of Mohiniattam
The narrow coastal strip of Kerala with its bumble, yet exotic geographical proportions, belies a culture steeped in a complex history. The Western Ghats on one side insulated it from the rest of south India, while the Arabian Sea on the other constantly exposed it to foreign influences. Kerala came into being when Parasurama, an incarnation of Vis...
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The folk arts of Kerala
The theatre tradition of Kerala dates back two millennia to Koodiyattom, (combined acting), which was recently declared by UNESCO as a 'masterpiece of the oral and intangible heritage of humanity'. The gesture by UNESCO is a befitting tribute to the perseverance and dedication of the actors of this dance form, especially, Ammannoor Madhava Chakyar,...
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The Hindu Ethos in Andhra
Andhra Pradesh presents a wonderful opportunity to observe the sharing of religious spaces. The rise of both Buddhism and Jainism in Andhra desa, as in other parts of India, was marked by the many prayer houses they left behind. called differently as stupas and basadis. Moslem rulers built many a mosque and historians say even converted some temple...
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The Islamic Influence in Andhra
Andhra Pradesh is a state where the kaleidoscope never wanes in colour. There is the Buddhist influence, deep rooted and leaving behind eloquent ruins. There is the Hindu tradition that gave birth to great musicians-saints like Thyagaraja and there is the Islamic influence that is evident in both literature and art. Andhra Pradesh has a rich leg...
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