Kalaripayattu

Kerala’s traditional martial art form. It is an ancient art form in southern region of India inspired from the raw power, movements and strength of wild animals like lion, tiger, elephant and crocodile. Kalaripayattu primarily focused on slapping movements, leaps, jump from low crouch to kick very high in the air, and evasive techniques from weaponry attacks. It is one of the martial art forms good for health and whole body development. Popular Kalaripayattu and Kadhakali performance centers at Thekkady are Mudra cultural center, Kadathanadan Kalari Center & Navarasa Kathakali Center, Thekkady Kathakali Center. These centers conduct daily two shows in the evening and the duration of each show is one hou