Perumithitta Tharavad Kottamkuzhy

Perumithitta Tharavad is an extremely popular traditional festival celebrated in the state of Kerala. The festival is held in Kottamkuzhy, Kasaragod District of Kerala. In popularity the festival is rated very high as large number of tourists and visitors gather here during the festival.

The main attraction at the festival celebrations includes Grand performances of different variety of Theyyam Dances.

Theyyam dance is not a single dance form rather a collection of about 400 dance forms each representing a mythological, historical character.

Varieties of theyyams are presented at the festival like Elayor theyyam, Chamundi theyyam, Panchoorla theyyam, Muthor theyyam etc.

Theyyam is not only high on entertainment value but also has great religious significance. Throughout the festival a number of rituals are performed according to the traditions of the state.

These dances are among the oldest forms of art in India.The dance carnival held at Kottamkuzhy is truly a visual treat for all the onlookers who gather here from across the country.

The dance presentations include colorful costumes, body painting, and trance-like performances. These performances are accompanied with splendid ancient shrines and temples contributing to the atmosphere.

The festival is generally lasts for ten days spreading across December-January.

How to Recah?

Nearest railway station: Kasaragod, about 26 km away.
Nearest airport: Mangalore, about 50 km away.

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