| In Kerala,
life is simple but fulfilling:
Kerala is a land still relatively untouched by civilization.
Because of its unique location, with the Western Ghats
on one side and the Arabian Sea on the other side,
this land has been somewhat isolated from the rest
of the country and has evolved a unique lifestyle
and culture. Kerala's handicrafts reflect this diversity.
Kerala's traditional coir crafts have found eager
offshore markets.
Culture And Tradition
In A Fist
The beauty of a Malayali family lies in the way they
live. They usually prefer to live together with their
spouses and offspring in one homestead and under the
authority of the eldest member. They are brought up
in an ambiance of love since their childhood and hence
they bestow the same, and sometimes even more, to
all overlooking trivial constraints like caste, creed
and colour. They begin their day by touching the feet
of the elders and pray for universal happiness before
going to bed. Even then, they spend their afternoons
playing cricket and their evenings drinking toddy.
Really, the string by which they hold their cultural
values and social traditions is awe-inspiring. Remember
to remove your shoes before entering a house, especially
if that belongs to a brahmin. The mansions are not
overwhelmingly decorated, but still inject a charm
in the air. It is not surprising that it might belong
to a millionaire. Simple, modest and cozy. That is
the definition of their stay.
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