Theyyam at Kanathoor Festivals - തെയ്യം അറ്റ്‌ കാനത്തൂര്‍

One of the colorful ritualistic dances of Kerala is Theyyam. Theyyam at Kanathoor is a festival of different Theyyams. From dance, mime to music, a Theyyam at Kanathoor is a colorful event that attracts a number of people from all over. The Theyyams is all about worshipping the ancestral spirits and the heroes which belong to the traditional lifestyle of Kerala. From ornamented headgears to ornate decorations, Theyyam at Kanathoor is all about huge celebrations, color, dance and music.

The Theyyam is one of the oldest art forms in Kerala. This is an annual ten day festival which is held at Kanathoor Nalvar Bhoothasthanam. A variety of Theyyams are presented in Kanathoor. From Elayor Theyyam, Chamunda Theyyam, Panchoorla Theyyam, Muthor Theyyam. Theyyam is one of the most beautiful dance forms of Kerala. One of the fascinating rituals practiced for ages it is also called Thirayattom which is observed in Kavus or village temples. There are around 400 Theyyams in northern Kerala.

Kanathoor is the other name for Kannur. The Theyyam festival at Kannur is known as Theyyams at Kanathoor. During the Theyyams the singer portrays the thought provoking images through his dance steps and loud voice. The Theyyams later evolved into the Krishnattom and Kathakali.

This festival is one of the most interesting attractions in Kerala. The spectators who are thoroughly enjoy Theyyams at Kanathoor and they get acquainted with different art forms of Kerala.

Theyyam at Kanathoor as well as for other festivals in Kerala and other parts of India and also offers online booking for a visit to the Theyyam at Kanathoor Festival. For more information on the Theyyam at Kanathoor in Kerala please fill up the online query form given below.

Time of Celebration Festivals

Held during the month of December it is held annually in Kerala with lot of fun and fervor.

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