Location Kumbaladala Features The ainmane has 3 rooms without kitchen and is of type “Othe pore” i.e without an inner open courtyard. The veranda in front is enclosed with net to prevent theft. The steps… read more »
Ainmanes stand as ancestral abodes for Kodagu’s native communities, each affiliated with a distinct Okka . These traditional houses exhibit a unique Koḍagu architectural style, reflecting a heritage dating back 150 to 450 years. Over time, they have evolved, encapsulating the essence of earlier eras. The Ainmanes not only serve as physical manifestations of historical roots but also showcase the rich cultural and architectural legacy of Kodagu, embodying a timeless connection between the present and the bygone centuries.
Location Kumbaladala Features The ainmane has 3 rooms without kitchen and is of type “Othe pore” i.e without an inner open courtyard. The veranda in front is enclosed with net to prevent theft. The steps… read more »
Oni About Oni is referred to narrow lane leading out from the yard in front of the house. This path will usually be of stone of uneven size or mud road, depends.
Location Balamberi Features The 9 roomed Palandira Mund Mane has got two roofs, with lower roof extending in front and fourteen pillars supporting it. The lower roof also has a gable over the steps extending… read more »
Location Ikola Features The 8 roomed Ainmane of Palanganda Okka has two roofs, where the Upper roof is tiled and the lower roof is cemented and Painted with white. The verandah has got – Wooden… read more »
Location Naladi, Kakkabbe Features The ainmane is of type “Mund Mane” facing west, towards Igguthappa temple. The ainmane has flat RCC roof without tiles, whereas they have given a tiled roof surrounding the house with… read more »
About the Okka Paradanda Okka is based out of Naladi, Kakkabe which is about 35 Kms from Madikeri. Ages ago, when Igguthappa, his two brothers and sister reached bank of Ambala River they were all… read more »
Pathaaya Pathaaya refers to a room like enclosure made with wooden planks to store paddy. This is usually built in or near a house/ainmane. About They are usually built above the ground to keep the… read more »
Location Devanageri Features Puggera Ainmane, is the third ainmane which has 6 rooms including kitchen. The ainmane is in the form of Othe pore, containing Nellakki nadubade with hanging lamp and a photo of Baithurappa…. read more »